Tag Archives: Aviation Challenge

Greetings & Salutations!

Posted on June 30, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Remember that pig? Wilbur was his name I think! To keep from going to the slaughter house his friend Charlotte A. Cavatica, spun a web with a word of the day on it! Need help with a larger vocabulary, ask … Continue reading →

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Ninja

Posted on June 20, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

In the past week, I have been referred to as a ninja twice. This seems somewhat odd and foreign to me since I don’t know martial arts, I am not of Asian decent, nor do I wear black pajamas to … Continue reading →

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Asexual Sea Grass

Posted on April 3, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Long a go, in a land not so far from here, I saw asexual sea grass for the very first time. This spotting was during my first trip to the Space Coast! It was also my first and only trip … Continue reading →

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I Am a Nerd

Posted on February 17, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

I am a nerd! For those who have questioned that fact and all those who have urged me to be honest with myself, I am a nerd. I am such a nerd that a few years back I started teaching … Continue reading →

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Jet Airplanes and Space Geeks

Posted on February 6, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

I am currently at SEEC a conference in Houston that I have gone to for several years. The first year I attended was 2003 just days after STS 107 and Columbia was lost on re-entry. It was an eerily somber … Continue reading →

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2009 Year In Review

Posted on January 1, 2010 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Last year I had a lot of fun with my year in review blog. Therefore, I made an executive decision to continue the tradition this year. The year 2009 was a great year for me and my hubby Chris. We … Continue reading →

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My Space Camp Adventure

Posted on December 3, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Right after my alarm clock goes off each morning I start my preparations for work. This ritual is true for millions and millions of Americans. I shower, brush my teeth, feed the dog, put on some clothes, and so on. … Continue reading →

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Blogging for Blog Sake

Posted on November 27, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Last year on November 27th I posted my first blog on Blogger, and I have enjoyed every minute of the adventure. I am not blogging to make money, market a product, give cooking tips, or improve your golf game. I … Continue reading →

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I Think I May Lose My Job!

Posted on November 19, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

I am not sure if anyone knows this, but I dated Peyton Manning. He was my boyfriend before we tragically broke up because we never meet in real life and he got married. Yes, ever since he wore the number … Continue reading →

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AC Birthday Bonanza

Posted on November 12, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Today was my birthday! Someone told me it was a special day. I replied with “I am too old for a special day”.  Reluctantly, today has been a very special day. From birthday greetings on Facebook, to the delivery of … Continue reading →

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Mosquitoes and STDs

Posted on October 13, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

Rain, rain and more rain! I left North America and was transported magically to Southeast Asia or a tropical rain forest in South America. Oh, did it rain! Being in Cleveland as it rained today reminded me of all those … Continue reading →

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Welcome to Missi-Sloppy, Rain Boots Required

Posted on October 12, 2009 by Ruth Marie Oliver

This week recruiting I get to visit my home state, Mississippi! My companion is Amazon, fearless X-Camp Counselor and guardian of half names. Our trip to Missi-Sloppy (a Marcia Lindstrom term) started off rainy and wicked! The whole trip down, … Continue reading →

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