Self reflection and critique is a good way to show emotional growth, but don’t be so hard on yourself that you fail to see the upside of life. Cruising the high seas is a lot different as a civilian on a vacation than being a military member preparing for warfare. Flying high performance aircraft over the vastness of the open ocean, especially at a low altitude, is a thrilling experience that is beyond description and has to be experienced to be understood. If you are not a basketball fan of the New York Knicks…..then that’s too bad. Your favorite wingmen are diehard fans and finally have a home team to root for, after many years of less than stellar play in the Big Apple. If you are ready to begin traveling internationally but have never done so before, consider starting somewhere close. Both Mexico and Canada, while foreign countries are still a part of North America. Pick a tourist-friendly destination in either place. You will get used to the routine procedures and protocols in place when venturing from one country to another. Whenever you get really angry at something and want the anger to go away try this; write what’s bothering you down on a piece of paper, then tear the paper up into little pieces, then throw it away. Meet the wingman who taught Commander Drew how to fly in the first place, and in so doing, made a lasting impact that led to his successful flying career that opened his world well beyond the streets of Harlem, New York.

Consider taking some time out just to laugh. Laughter is beneficial for the body, mind and spirit, providing stress relief, endorphin release, along with cardio vascular benefits. Have you ever seen an opera performed by a rock band? If not check out the stage production directed by Commander Drew’s cousin; it’s called Mozart’s Don Giovanni, a Rock Opera; check it out when it comes to city near you.

Precious metals are touted as a hedge against inflation and presumed to hold value even in the midst of financial chaos. You can now buy your own one ounce bold bullion bars at Costco conveniently and for a reasonable price.

Womens sports has exploded in viewership recently because of the phenomenon of the college basketball scoring sensation, Caitlin Clark. Time will tell if her notoriety will usher in a significant raise in salary for female players. Although her salary will be paltry by most standards, she like many others will be rewarded handsomely by companies enthusiastically using here name, image and likeness.

If you ever visit Brooklyn, New York, you should try to visit the Coney Island Amusement park, and make sure you try a hotdog with red onions and mustard at Nathan’s!

Two black men and a Jew (Joe Lewis, Jessie Owens, and Albert Einstein) punched holes in Nazi doctrine about physical and scholastic achievement based solely on ethnic origin.

This week’s wingman was not involved in aviation. A very special canine came to the rescue for one lucky man by acting as a guardian when his owner became incapacitated in a vacant field. This wingman’s two day ordeal involved fighting off coyotes and ending below-freezing temperatures, but was finally able to alert authorities to render needed aid. This dog’s actions saved his owner’s life; making him a true Hero.

Happiness is a two way street, when you give someone good cheer, you will get some back. In a landmark case in the state of Michigan, two parents are being held responsible for violent actions taken by their child. The implications are broad, but brings into question the level of responsibility parents have for the actions of their minor children. Property crimes are one thing but the reality of deadly youth violence is another that society has to wrestle with amid a culture that promotes individuality but not responsibility, in the general sense. According to the Pew Research Center, the phenomenon of adult children being financially assisted by and permanently living with their parents is closer to being the norm rather than the exception. The reality of accelerated levels of inflation in almost everything, combined with stagnant wages and shifting job opportunities in this age of automation with increasing levels of artificial intelligence thrown in, requires careful examination of the economic landscape before making certain life choices. Older people resistant to technology will eventually be left out in the cold and having to fend for themselves unless they open their minds to learning new things. A smart phone is becoming a requirement to do many routine tasks in daily life. If one is intimidated by the dizzying array of choices and is confused where to start or what to do next, the best thing to do is to find a patient mentor that will show you what to do. With respect to computers and smart phones, this is the world of young people; most are experts at things that stump older folks. Younger folks are your best resource. There are lots of great places to eat around the world; we give you a list of the top ten.

Meet two unlikely wingmen who flew into action and saved lives when a routine workday was anything but routine.