you guys have some nice stories. I will be there soon. I kick myself in the butt for not listing to mom when she wanted to give me lessons at 15. that saying holds true 'mother knows best.' since then i have earned my BA/MBA/A from ERAU (not the main campus). but, i know that an MBA does not fly the plane, it's your talent and hours. the thing i learned about flying is to UNDERSTAND what is going on. then the rest is easy. this forum is really cool.