planedriver

As Turbo has said, handwriting these days is generally atrocious. The way doctors write, it's amazing so many of us are still alive. Though i'm not anywhere as good as i'd like, I use a calligraphy pen and have bought one for each of my grandsons. They always comment on my handwriting on Birthday cards etc; and they have started to use them a bit and try to copy my style, even though it's not really that flash. They have at least taken a bit of interest and pride on occasions how they write. So hopefully the input from grandad at least inspires them a little to take some pride in how they write.

Good to hear!

I for one, would not wish to be school teacher these days for quids, and I know quite a few of them. It is my opinion that so many of the problems encountered, stem not from the school itself, but from the family home. One particular friend who was teaching year 10, said that on many occasions if he had to pull a boy into line, the next he knew was the father coming to the school wanting to punch the crap out of him, and on one occasion being threatened with a knife. Fortunately, when the parent was faced with the size of this bloke, the threats fizzled out. By parents getting involved in this way, the kids have no respect at all for any authority. He added that his most successful students seemed to come from homes which had a loving environment, allocated responsibilities and fairly firm guidelines. Back when I was at school, we had teacher who'd been a Regimental Sergeant Major in the army for many, many years, and struck a lot of fear into the kids if they were not doing the right thing. I too got a few wacks with the stick he carried, but he was always fair, though very tough. When he died some years later, it was absolutely amazing to see who turned up at his funeral. There would have had to have been at least two dozen of who had been the schools biggest tough-nuts from the slum area that was nearby, who'd come to pay their respects to him. That was a very memorable moment, which indicated that his discipline had taught love and respect. RIP Ernie, you tough old bastard. You did well.

I hope you got good marks mate, don't let the boy down.

Teachers union members trying to cover their Ars* I would imagine. It's amazing how us older folk really appreciate how many times tables have assisted us in life. I recently went to a shop and simply bought two items at $6 each and gave the young girl a $20 note. because the electronic till wasn't working, she ended asking me how much change she needed to give me.

Point very clearly made and Granny Mae tends to agree.

Thought for the day. If you don't follow mainstream news media, you are uninformed. However, if you do follow it, you are so often misinformed.

Proof of the rise in sea levels.

Keep on saying it. "Simplicity is the essence of reliabilty"

Couldn't agree with you more KGW. Kind Rgds, Captain Blind Freddy

Looks like it needs a hole in the floor for landing approaches. Does not inspire too much confidence to me in it's current configuration.

I guess there'd be a fair few Karen's out there who complain about the noise.

Unfortunately, as they say, "common sense, is not all that common".

Point taken. Thanks PMC

Don't worry too much DBZ1999. When I first started taking lessons many moons ago, I felt exactly the same when the instructor did the take offs etc; As soon as he said "you have control", I concentrated hard on what he told me to do allowing me to do the flying, and the problem went away. You are not alone, and i'm certain it will go away with a bit more flying. Much the same in my boat.

OMG! Too techy for an old bugger like me Phil. Thanks anyway, but I think i'll have to just enjoy the photo's that you post.

That looks great Phil. Have thought of having a go myself, but even if camera is on tripod, over a three hour period surely the subjects would have moved over that period of time. Probably more so if hooked up to a telescope which would bring images closer. Yea, don't laugh, I know I have a lot to learn, but I enjoy seeing what others have achieved.

Looking great Mark! Bet you're getting excited at now starting to see some light at the end of the tunnel. Well done!

Like so many things in life, I believe that generally, simplicity, is the essence of reliability.

Nah! Phil, when he's got too many, his altimeter will give him a few clues Stop worrying.

Sadly, an autogiro has come to grief in the Hunter Valley. 1 dead and the the other flown to Royal North Shore hospital in critical conditions with burns. Hope and pray that he manages to pull through. Condolences to all associated with the one who didn't make it. https://www.news.com.au/national/nsw-act/news/emergency-services-respond-to-light-plane-crash-in-the-hunter-valley/news-story/c3e8336138639c91a850020e2d61931d

Sounds great! keep at it mate.

Shortly after arriving in Oz, I found myself out of a job and went through very tough times for a while. With a young family, it was suggested that I seek a helping hand from welfare, but I couldn't bring myself to do it as I hadn't contributed. Tough times can be a great motivator if you pull your finger out, but not everyone thinks the same. 40 odd years later having built a successful small business, i'd do the same again if I had to. Prior to coming here, we were subjected to very thorough medical check ups. Maybe the standards have slipped? The general health of the nation we are coming from, should also be scrutinised closely.

Hopefully the pilot will be ok. https://www.9news.com.au/national/plane-crash-at-melbourne-gold-course-with-pilot-stuck-inside/32332e0e-e8e0-481f-b880-c87749dce24d