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Merry Christmas to all... and to all, a good flight!
So there's like seven aviation variations of "The Night Before Christmas," but you ain't read this one anywhere. I know, because I wrote it on a deadhead today when I couldn't sleep. I do some writing here and there, but not poetry - this is my first poem since high school.
It's posted in Regional, because I'm a regional guy, the plane mentioned is a CRJ, and it's directed to my peers, not my elders :-) Plus, I figure some of you with kids might could use it as justification why you're working this Christmas. Merry Christmas, guys and gals. Warm wishes from a snowy Omaha overnight from the Pasture Pilot! ‘Twas two days before Christmas and all through the Hub The reserves were weary, nerves worn to the nub A mighty Nor’easter had socked in New York, And all the dispatchers were loaded with work. The Captain and I, both roused from sleep, Deadheaded to Omaha, where the snow piled deep. Maintenance sent us on a fool’s trip indeed, To ferry a CRJ with flaps eight degrees. The takeoff was normal, the climb out smooth, It felt like we followed tracks or grooves. While climbing through ten, I reached for the knob, Then the computer cried out and my heart began to throb. The command said “Climb” and we promptly did But you wouldn’t believe the traffic we missed. A blur of brown followed by flashes of red, A familiar red cap adorned the pilot’s head! The captain and I exchanged worried glances And questioned how to call out traffic which also prances. I reached for a rag to clean my glasses When a voice came through my ears like molasses. “I meant not to scare you,” the voice said aloud, “I’m out with a camera to check out my route.” On Comm 2 we struck up a chatter, And I missed Center’s calls to query the matter. Back on Freq with Claus, he kindly shared details of his flight ops as never before dared. He cried, “On flight crews and hosties, who work through the night, To reunite families for grandma’s delights. “On agents and rampers, who handle the gifts, Too numerous and weighty for my sleigh to lift. “On Purple and Brown, for much the same reasons, I outsourced much work, this holiday season. “If you excuse me, there’s still work for me, The mapping of many houses is still left, you see.” He banked away and was gone in a flash, As he covered the country in a mad dash. Thanks my friends, for your service and care, Ensuring all the loved ones arrive without scare. You play a big role as deputized elves, Ensuring family members see more than themselves. To all my comrades, uniformed in black and blue, This holiday message goes out to you. Whether in a hotel or on a red-eye all night, Merry Christmas to all, and to all, a good flight! I'm gonna throw a little ©2008, Farm Boys Productions, right here so if it shows up on someone's greeting cards, I can retire! |
Holy cow dude...That's fantastic LoL.
But you couldn't possibly be above 15K feet with the Flaps still out ;) |
Crap, yeah. Actually at first I wrote it up squawked for a gear disagree, about the most heinous write-up I could come up with for the adventure.. and when I typed it up, I filled in flaps fail, as that's what the actual failure was. Thanks.. I'll edit that right quick!
FWIW, the flight didn't happen anyway. We got here, the snow hit and we got delayed. I turned into a pumpkin, went to the hotel and scheduling dispatched another FO up here. Merry Christmas anyhow, gang! |
Haha...Merry Christmas dude!
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Simply Awesome!!!!! :cool: Merry Christmas.
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Very impressive!
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Love It!:d
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I'm taking that and copyrighting it under my name.....just kidding, very nice, merry Christmas.
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That's some good stuff Bug Smasher, I like it.
:rolleyes: Deputized elf... Awesome... :cool: |
Have a safe XMAS everyone.
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Merry Christmas !!:)
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choochoo...it's fantastic the FAA had that picture on their N-number registry page LoL. It's almost anti-FAA haha...
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Ha! That's great! I'm going to print that off and share it with others if you don't mind. There are lots of grumpy old pilots that need a Christmas laugh!
Happy holidays to everyone too. be safe! :) |
I don't mind a bit. I wrote it thinking of y'all's kids (yes, I used a word with two apostrophes - a double contraction -) but spread it if as you please!
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Dude! Congrats your little tale made top billing on the APC home page! SUPER COOL!!!!:D
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Haha that was a good one. I was gonna post it up on the crewroom but apparently someone beat me to it! (and yes your copyright is there, I checked).
Anyhow, Merry Xmas, Happy Hannukah, and/or Happy Hollidays to all! Fly safe, and enjoy the holidays... even if you have to work those days (like me). |
Bug Smasher -
Thanks for that poem. It was a real treat. Usually there is a good military themed one making the rounds too - but not aviation related. Great imagination! USMCFLYR |
Nice poem Bugs. You've got talent with words and with cameras too. Keep it up! And best wishes for the Holidays wherever you are :)
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Actually I'm at the farm, cooking up some pizzas and brownies to carry to grandma's for dinner tonight. Scheduling hasn't called.. yet.. but there will be a uniform hanging in back, just in case.
Hey, whose crewroom is this thing posted in? Maybe I could send a resume to attach to to the bottom? :-) |
Originally Posted by USMCFLYR
(Post 524753)
Bug Smasher -
Thanks for that poem. It was a real treat. Usually there is a good military themed one making the rounds too - but not aviation related. Great imagination! USMCFLYR Marine Christmas T'was the night before Christmas, He lived all alone, In a one bedroom house made entirely of stone. I had come down the chimney with presents to give To see just who in this house did live. As I looked all about, a strange sight did I see, No tinsel, No presents, not even a tree. No stocking by the fire, just boots filled with sand, On a wall hung pictures of a far distant land. With medals and badges, awards of all kinds, A sobering thought came to my mind. For this house was different, unlike any I'd seen, This was the home of a US Marine. I'd heard stories about them, and had to see more, So I walked down the hall and pushed open the door. There he lay sleeping, silent and alone, curled up on the floor of his one bedroom home. He seemed so gentle, his face so serene, Not at all how I'd pictured A US Marine. Was this the hero of whom I'd just read, Curled up in his poncho, a floor for his bed? His head was clean shaven, his weathered face tan, and I soon understood, this was more than a man. For I realized the families I'd seen tonight, Owed there Lives to these men who were willing to fight. Soon around the nation the children would play, And grown ups would celebrate a bright Christmas day. They enjoyed freedom each week and year, Because of Marines like this one right here. I couldn't help but wonder, how many lay alone, On a cold Christmas eve, in a land far from home. the thought brought a prideful tear to my eye, I dropped to my knees and started to cry. He must have awakened, for I heard a rough voice, "Santa, Don't cry, this is my choice. I fight for freedom, don't ask for more, My Life is My God, My Country, My Corps." With that he rolled over, and drifted off to sleep, I couldn't control it and continued to weep. I watched him for hours, so silent and still, I noticed he shivered from the cold night's chill. I took off my jacket, the one made of red, I covered this Marine from his toe to his head. Then I put on his T-shirt of scarlet and gold, with eagle globe and anchor emblazoned so bold. "oh Santa, It's Christmas and the country is secure." One look at my watch and I knew he was right, Though it barely fit me, I swelled with pride, For one shining moment, I was a Marine inside. I didn't want to leave him, so quiet in the night, The guardian of honor, so willing to fight. But half asleep he rolled over and said so pure, "Carry on Santa, It's Christmas and the country is secure." One look at my watch and I knew he was right, Merry Christmas my friend, Semper Fi and Good Night. This poem was written by a Marine stationed in Okinawa Japan. |
Thanks for posting that daniel.
USMCFLYR |
Good stuff! Merry Christmas!
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Originally Posted by USMCFLYR
(Post 525172)
Thanks for posting that daniel.
USMCFLYR |
Holy crap man, nice post Bug Smasher!! Haha, that was awesome! Thanks for the Holiday Cheer! Merry Christmas to you and everyone else here!!
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