I have some good news and some bad news.

The photo of the day is of a 4 cylinder Ford motor hung on a Pietenpol under construction. The plane was designed in 1929 with the intent that it could be built by anyone with a modicum of skill and using ordinary tools. They're still being built today although usually with modern, more reliable engines.
As is frequently the case, I have some good news and some bad news. The good news is that the column of ants which crosses my path each day goes valiantly on. It even looked a little stronger today than yesterday.
The bad news is I've misplaced my cane. I need it to maintain balance. I think I left it at the sandwich shop where I got lunch. If so, they're closed until Monday. Anyway, because of the balance problem I cut the walk to a minimum (walkus minimus). It wasn't as bad as I imagined so I'll continue my plan to go to Chino Planes of Fame later this morning. There will be a lecture followed by a gaggle of Stearmans overhead at the end. Photos tomorrow Lord willin' and the creek don't rise. The battery is charged and I don't need film. What's left to go wrong?
The Chino Airshow will be in two weeks so I'd better start getting ready. It's usually a good one. Ths year it's an homage to Grumman airplanes.
I got a missive from niece Carole from Back East yesterday. Thanks for the readership and a hearty "Quack quack".
Carole's raucus quacks remind me that we're all on this flight together.

Dick