“The Black Whip”
Saturdays with hundreds of other screaming kids at the Lehigh Ave theater I would be watching “The Black Whip” serial movies. Those Saturday Matinees would show one chapter each week with nail biting endings drawing the kids back to see what happen next week after the “Stage Coach” went off the cliff.
This and other thoughts are surging through my mind as we start to taxi out to the Runway. I’m excited and scared and I’m thinking “How did I ever get here“. Gone was comfort and safety of home. That disappeared the day before my High School Graduation when Mother pulled me aside with “Nelson we need to talk“. I knew that tone well and understood it housed no good news for me. ” What are your plans after tomorrow.” was the question. Casually I said “I’m probably going to continue working at Tax Eddy’s gas station” (A place where I’ve been working for four years while going to school). “Okay”, Mom said, “That’s good, however you know that in this house all the adults share in the living expenses each month and you will responsible for your portion come next month.” Enter my first taste of Adult reality. It took me less than twenty four hours to decide that the Air Force was going to be my new home. So five days later off I went a newly minted Air Force recruit.
Mind you I’m not attempting to toot my horn, but there is one area of my life where it can be said that I was one hell of a Mechanic. I sucked at seventy percent of my other personal achievements but as an Air Force A & E mechanic I was damn good. Because I was so good I was chosen from a pool of several dozen other mechanics by a Sargent Leon Spivey to be his Assistant Crew Chief on a B-36 Bomber assigned to the 492nd Bomber Squadron. An honor few got at so young an age.
Back to the runway. We are taxing into position for take off. This is my first flight and like I said before I’m both nervous and excited. We’re in position, brakes locked and the Flight Crew, both up front and in the back where I am, are going through the take off check lists. Col. Burch the Aircraft Commander gives the order to bring the engines ( all ten engines) to take off power. The four jets start to roar, the six R4360 turbo compound 28 cylinder engines are starting to pull 65 inches of manifold pressure which causes them to release noise and vibration I never heard or felt before. All this noise and vibration becomes so intense my vision starts to blur.
Col. Burch releases the parking brakes and everybody is slammed back in their seat as the Behemoth leaps forward. I tell you in 1957 this feeling for us was like being in a rocket. Unreal and breath taking. I’m leaning out in the left Scanners Blister observing the engines, landing gear and a dozen other things while seeing the concrete runway accelerating past me. The skid marks of thousands of landings becoming a blur while I’m praying that I won’t be making my own skid marks in you know where.
What happens next will have more relevance if I first revel why we are on this mission. Once a year Orders come from somewhere, who knows where, that a plane is to be dispatched on a secret mission to Africa under the pretense of advance training in weapon loading. The real mission is classified and only a select Flight Crew with its’ Aircraft knows its’ true purpose. The plane is loaded with a special cargo platform in the aft Bomb Bay and a really huge Atomic Bomb in the forward bomb bay. The Atomic Bomb is to be part of the advance weapons loading training. Along with the A-Bomb and Cargo platform there is a maximum fuel load and tons of various replacement parts for Aircraft repairs if needed. In short, we are super heavy and take off will be a b@%ch. if you get the drift.
So there I am scared to death reporting to the Aircraft Commander and Flight Engineer the necessary observations they need. In case your wondering why, the Dimensions of the B-36 are as follows
Length 161 feet
Wing Span 230 feet
Height 46 feet
Fuel Capacity 30,000 Gallons
Gross take off weight 410,000 pounds
As we are screaming down the runway the pitch of engines step up a notch. The Engineer has the Tubo super chargers on each engine dialed in and he has just released Water Injection into the six bellowing R4360 motors. What Water injection does is this. It allows a temporary cooling in the engine cylinders which allows a few more inches of manifold pressure to be created, which allows more fuel to enter the cylinders, which in turn produces more thrust and that in turn increases the propensity of my body producing more skid marks in you know where. You had to be there to appreciate how awesome this adrenaline rush becomes. Each engine has 55 gallons of water/alcohol mixture to produce this kick and in 20 seconds it is gone, all 330 gallons, and the plane just leaps off the ground.
I’m now making my reports to Col. Burch when suddenly I see it. Number three engine, the engine closest to the aircraft body on the left wing, has a loose outboard engine cover and the cover is flapping in the airstream. This cover is four foot wide and six foot long. It should be fastened to the engine housing with no less the 80 little Dzues fasteners, it appears that only 3 or 4 are holding it to the engine.
The news is not received well. Col Burch is in a outrage. If it were not so serious I believe the culprit responsible would be called up front and given thirty lashes and tossed out of the ship. But it is serious and we are in danger. Too heavy to land, on a secret clandestine mission, Atomic bomb in the bomb bay and lives at stake. Not a good thing.
However like the days of my youth in the Lehigh ave theater as the stage coach with damsel in distress goes off the cliff, the screen goes black and screaming kids have to leave only to come back next week to see the The Black Whip, Chapter two.
I'm a 74 year old man who loves this new medium of Blogging. I am also an Senior Manager in Send Out Cards which gives me a superior method of relating to the world through Greeting Cards. I have met and enjoyed wonderful friends who support me and actually LIKE me which is very rewarding. My online presence is growing and if I can hang on to life I will reap the benefits of establishing a business that will comfort me when I get old. Mostly however I Blog about my life which for some strange reason is well received. Like most of us the future is scary and the remembrance of older days give a measure of comfort. So I continue to reveal the past with optimism that the future will some day be the comfort of somebody else.
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Hey Nelson you’ve got my attention can’t wait to see the ending. It’s interesting the B-36 was one of the first model planes that assembled as a kid. I was fascinated with that aircraft. It my have been the start of my getting my Aerospace Engineering degree. I never worked in this industry but did get my pilots license while I was in school. I’ve always loved flying and airplanes.
Look forward to the ending,
Michael
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Nelson Reply:
August 14th, 2010 at 1:06 pm
Hope I can bring the end properly. Will get a little convoluted in spot. Thanks for commenting and I’m sure you’ll be back to see what happened to the stage coach after it went over the cliff.
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Nelson, you have created a great cliff-hanger….looking forward to seeing part 2!
Yikes..this must have been a harrowing experience!
Donna
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Nelson Reply:
August 15th, 2010 at 5:21 am
Oh, I’m not that sure it is a real cliff hanger. But the out come is unique to say the least. Thanks Donna, I always know that you care.
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Ahh Nelson, you are so creative. Yes I will be back to read the ending of this cliffhanger. Reminds me of some of the stories my Dad would tell of his “adventures” as a pilot in the USAF. Thanks for this small glimpse into the world of our military, that so many do not know, or know and do not discuss. You’re the best!
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Nelson Reply:
August 15th, 2010 at 9:18 am
Gail, thanks for your comment. This period of my life has many many fond memories. It was a fun time for me. Glad you can identify because of your Father. That’s pretty cool.
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Nelson. I just stumbled across your blog and am looking forward to reading the ending to your wonderful story. Thanks,
Scott Pollov
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Nelson Reply:
August 16th, 2010 at 8:39 am
I’ll have to remember to pick up around here. Can’t have anybody stumbling and hurting themselves. I always enjoy new visitors Scott. Do come back to find in the stage coach really goes off the cliff.
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WHAT??? Are you kidding me? So I have to wait a whole week for the ending? That was sneaky Nelson but looking forward to the next issue. Now I am really convinced that you need to write a book!
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Nelson Reply:
August 16th, 2010 at 10:51 am
He,he,he
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Chris McCargar Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 4:48 pm
YES, Glyna… that’s exactly how I felt. Up 30,000 feet and engine problems?
Oh, Nelson – you certainly craft a good story! I’ll be looking forward to Part 2…. just to see how the Captain (and his Ace mechanic)resolved the problem.
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 6:16 pm
Hey Chris, it is good to see you here today. Thanks so much for the comments. Hopefully I can get to the end of this tale without any mishaps.
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Can’t wait to hear the ending; however, I guess we all know that it at least turned out well. I’m sure you have some fun and not so fun stories to share.
My grandfather was in Tank Destroyers in WWII, I never could get him to talk about it. Just to much stuff he wanted to forget about.
Jeremiah…
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Nelson Reply:
August 16th, 2010 at 12:13 pm
Jeremiah, some of the old timers had it pretty rough. They just want to forget it. I’m one of the lucky ones who got caught between wars. Thanks for stopping by and commenting.
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You know….sometimes it’s nice to just come across a blog that is nothing more than great story telling and far from the typical “value added information” or hype about a product or opportunity that we all find ourselves being guilty of periodically (some more often than others). And stories like this, based on true experience, or most often the best and most thrilling. Thanks, Nelson! I can’t wait for the ending! You’ve definitely left us with a classic cliff hanger!
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Nelson Reply:
August 16th, 2010 at 12:16 pm
I sorta feel the same way Steve. I have always preferred to tell a story and if anybody is interested in what I do they can find it around the pages somewhere. No big deal the fruit always returns 10 fold to what you send out. I appreciate you and your blog. Your are a TSA Top Cat.
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Nelson,
I should have known your were Air Force! Dad & my brother were AF and so was Ric. I was even an Air Force brat for my first year on the planet. Happen to be partial to Air Force guys.
I kept scrolling down to find the ending. It is like those old reels at the movie theater. Come back next week for…. Ok, I’ll be ready next week!
Val
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Nelson Reply:
August 16th, 2010 at 6:16 pm
Your showing your age Val. I bet you’ve had some good stories from your family. That’s pretty cool. My years in the Air Force were some of the best years. Fun stuff.
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I missed the days at the cinema with continued stories by about 10 years. But I have an aunt who played the piano during silent movie days — I’ll bet that was before your time! OK I’m hooked. When do I get to hear the “rest of the story”? I am a cold war history nut and this is new to me.
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 4:55 am
Richard, Silent movies, I’m old but not that old. They were about 15 years before my time. Yes I’m what you would call a “cold War Vet” Funny thing, my father fell in between wars also. Just the luck of the Birth I suspect. Thanks for commenting. The End come next week maybe. lol
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Oh Nelson,
You totally got me there, I was well into the story and hyped up for the ending!! And yes, just like you at the theatre on Saturdays, I will be back next week for the next installment!!
Love it Nelson and as Glyna, you really should write a book!!
Sue
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 7:08 am
Just love the way you Brits speak and spell. Theatre, so cool. Was looking at your facebook page. Is that Frier Tuck pictured with you. Thanks so much Sue for commenting and I hope I won’t disappoint with the conclusion of “The Black Whip part two”.
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Nelson, Terrific story! I really enjoyed this, I love airplanes and the B-36 was a great machine! You are truly a great writer. The part about the “skid marks” was very funny! Thanks for the great read! Joseph McDevitt
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 9:59 am
Joseph, your the only one that caught the “Skid Marks”. Is it something we have in common. LOL. Thanks for coming by and you need to know I do appreciate you very much. Especially those “html’ videos.
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I can’t believe you left us hanging! Great strategy though, I’ll certainly be back next week for chapter 2! Wow Nelson, I can’t imagine an experience like this. I can imagine the skid marks though!
I love that you’re tooting your own horn ~ you deserve it! And I doubt you “sucked” at the other 70%. You are awesome, and I always appreciate your writing. Thanks so much!
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 12:06 pm
I can always count on you Beth to over look my short comings. You are the best at being gracious to old people. We’ll have to see Chapter Two if this secret mission is aborted or carried out. Thanks Beth you are my personal cheer leader.
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Nelson,
This is the best story YET! Adventure, secrecy, humor. You have the gift for this and I can’t wait to find out what happens next!
Thanks so much,
Adam
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 3:53 pm
Adam, your comments are gracious and I appreciate you and them immensely. The “rest of the story”, as Paul Harvey would say, hopefully will post next Sunday. Again, thanks so much for visiting me.
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Ok Nelson, that is not at all fair. To keep us in suspension until next week. You are writing a great story here. I am sure we will all be back next week to see how your story ends… or will it? How many parts are there to this story?!!
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 5:05 pm
O’boy Karin, don’t get me to thinking. A lot happened on this flight and trip. I could drag it out if I don’t get my rest. Hmm I’m,…….. no you’ll have to wait. Unless of course a big fat check arrives in the mail…..
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Another brilliant post Nelson. I look reading your stories and reading your thoughts and experience in life. What an amazing gift you are giving to each of us. I look forward to part 2. Love ya
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 6:13 pm
Your too kind Julie. I’m just an old man with time on his hands. I venture to say that the stories in your mind can be fun for us to read also. Anyway doing this Blog helps keep me out of my wife’s hair.
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Way to keep the curiosity! What a great story and a great way to keep us coming back. Till next week…
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 4:48 am
Thanks Emmie for your comments. Go get em’ girl on that Marathon.
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I can’t believe you are leaving us hanging! It’s like watching the Wild, Wild West as a kid every time I come here Nelson, your stories are amazing and I can’t wait to see you put it all into your new book.
Your life stories are fascinating to people, as you see in the comments above, and I hope you view them as more affirmation that you are a writer.
Abundant Blessings,
Kellie
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 11:30 pm
Kellie, I remember the first time I fell in love with a book. It was “Up Front” by Bill Mauldin. I said then and I say now wow he makes me feel like I’m in the pages. He did that with the blending of Character cartoons and words. I never thought I could do that for somebody else for that book changed lives by the millions. That limiting thought is my plague which I want to over come. You and others humble me with you comments but until I can see past Bill Mauldin I’ll continue to struggle. I’m getting there little by little.
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Nelson,
This is going to be one heck of a long week. Are you sure you couldn’t break the rules and send out Chapeter Two a bit early
A great story… we actually felt the rush of adrenaline and could visualize the skid marks rushing by…
Oh, by the way, the other thing you’re damn good at is telling stories… and we’re privileged to be able to be a part of that.
Thanks for the ride… can’t wait to see where next week takes us (oh, wait… that’s only if it all goes well)…
~ Pat and Lorna
http://TheCoolestCouple.com
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Nelson Reply:
August 17th, 2010 at 11:32 pm
Your right guys, if the plane crashes I won’t be able to finish the tale. Pray for me!
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Nelson, you are a great writer and this is yet another example of that. Great strategy too, you have your readers waiting with baited breath for part two of this great story. I know I’ll be back!!! Thanks for the entertainment, and as said in my comments, you really do need a book, it would be a best seller!
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 4:55 am
Debbie, I’m most pleased that you have found this tale entertaining. I’ll try not to let you and the others down with the conclusion. As for a best seller, I don’t think I have enough members of my family still living to do that. But it is a very Charitable thought and I thank you for mentioning it.
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Hello Nelson,
A fantastic well written article that has left me wanting more. Keep up the great work.
Go out and make it a great day!
Lloyd Dobson
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 4:59 am
Hopefully Lloyd I’ll get something published next Sunday. Thanks for you kind comments and please do come back for “The Black Whip part 2″
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Nelson, You have had some intense experiences that most of us cannot even imagine. And then you leave us hanging with this cliffhanger. Can’t wait to check back next week.
Erica
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 6:02 pm
Erica, when your young thing just don’t seem as intense. If I were going through that today, the crew would be looking for the Paddles to shock my heart back into rhythm. Your visit is appreciated as well as you.
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Nelson, this is my first time to your blog. All I can say after reading this post is WOW! It touched me on so many levels! You write so very well (I’m sure you’ve been told this many times)! Plus, the story… it’s intriguing, exciting, dramatic… and historical! I can’t wait for the next post!
Keep being real Nelson. Love it!
Deborah
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Nelson Reply:
August 18th, 2010 at 6:00 pm
Deborah, thanks for the kind comments. I glad to see you found me. Do come back the door is always open and the coffee is on the stove.
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Nelson,
You would be an awesome novelist! You have a way of creating very vivid pictures with your words, as well as creating emotions from them. I very much enjoy your writings and look forward to Part Two!
To your continued success,
Robin
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Nelson Reply:
August 19th, 2010 at 7:25 am
Robin, from you that is a cool, kind, and gracious comment. I appreciate you and the others who so faithfully grace my pages encouraging me to “Keep on Keeping on” Thanks a bunch.
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Yes Nelson I can tell by the comments, you are loved by many! It is fun to hear your stories! I related to feeling successful about your carreer from the past~ It was fun to hear this story of your success!! Mine was that of being a mother and homemaker. Like you, I have awesome stories from my life that gives blogging a purpose, and like your business cards, my full-time humanitarian MLM brings me enjoyment, purpose and security for the future!
To our success,
Linda
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Nelson Reply:
August 19th, 2010 at 10:20 am
I’m not sure about the Loved part. I liken my post to going to a Zoo and seeing a real cool animal that has a great past. But that’s me. I tend to shed any thoughts of intimacy with anybody except my wife. Old Germans are hard to change. But I do receive enjoyment from the MLM I’m involved.
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Nelson,
We love learning more about your exciting and adrenaline-filled past life. Thank you for serving our country in the Air Force and doing such an awesome job of doing so.
I should have known from your hint that you were going to leave us hanging, but I missed it and was surprised at the intensity of the action at the point at which you left us. You did a great job of making us feel like we were there with you and wanting the situation to turn better very soon.
I look forward to Part 2 with much anticipation. Take us to the happy-ending asap!
(Dave) and Dawn
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Nelson Reply:
August 19th, 2010 at 10:30 am
Dawn, thanks for the Kudos for my service in the Air Force. Hardly necessary as it was peacetime and the only danger was from our own incompetence as illustrated by some dummy not fastening this engine cover down properly. I do like to lead people on in a story though because I like to be lead also. We will see how this works out. I’m getting ready tonight after a couple glasses of Wine to complete Part two. I’ll probably be happier than your hopeful (Take us to the happy-ending asap!)
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Hi Nelson, Thanks! I’m a P3C Orion Electronics tech (short version of they really called me) So your post here sparked my interest. My plane was a submarine hunter and maybe I can share with you some in the future or if you want, post as a guest. Take care my friend!
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Nelson Reply:
August 19th, 2010 at 5:32 pm
Hi Bill, probably the stuff you did is so far beyond the 1957 stuff we did. Compared to you I would be an Neanderthal. But doing a guest appearance is not beyond reason. Thanks for contributing to my post, your are appreciated.
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You are a gem, Nelson but where is part two? Great story tellers inspire and change lives you are doing that in spades.
It is amazing where our choices where lead us in life and often it is our challenges that create the greatest breakthroughs.
Glad you are still with us to tell the story.
Faith
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Nelson Reply:
August 20th, 2010 at 9:22 am
I’m finishing Part 2 as I type Faith. Missed you last Tuesday on the call. Glad to see you back. Thanks for visiting and yes I to am Glad to still be here.
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Hi Nelson,
I really liked your post a lot. The YouTube video with the B-36 Bomber was very cool. I always had a fascination for the old military planes. I will be looking forward to reading your next post.
~ Tim
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Nelson Reply:
August 20th, 2010 at 3:23 pm
I’m glad you enjoyed my attempt at Blogging. Those old aircraft where pretty cool. I’m confident you will like the follow up post. Part 2
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Hi Nelson,
You’re a great writer – intriguing title, suspense, and now, I’m off to read your second part.
Keep writing – you’re a fabulous storyteller.
Best,
Jennifer
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Nelson Reply:
August 20th, 2010 at 4:09 pm
Jennifer, I’m glad you like it. The part 2 I hope will please you as well. Thanks for commenting.
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Hi Nelson,
Great blog from someone that was there. I was an aircraft mechanic also. I went to the Spartan School of Aeronautics in Tulsa, where one of our famous graduates, Pappy Boyington of the Black Sheep Squadron had attended. I have a love of the old WWII aircraft, and I’ve seen the B36 up close at Wright Patterson Air Museum. Enjoyed reliving this flight with you, as a pilot and mechanic.
Larry
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Nelson Reply:
August 21st, 2010 at 12:43 am
Yea Pappy Boyington, a real man and legend. I’m glad you have the background to appreciate the B-36. You have to see one to really understand how big those suckers were. Don’t forget to read part 2 Larry.
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Dear Bro, (this shows how up to date and cool a 80 year old can be)
I do appreciate your fine Birthday blog to me (“He was voted most
likley not to”). But I would be remiss if I did not correct a few inaccuracys
in your article, after all it is my life.
#1 In regards to the “cerebral palsy stumbling”. I had just seen Charles Laughton in “The Hunchback Of Notre Dame”. Any one of average intelligence should have immediately have recognized “Quasimodo” in my walk, (which was a perfect imitation, if I do say so myself). That my Dear Mother did not see this was a total suprise to me.
#2 I did not sleep on porchs of my Buddies as you stated. But very carefully selected the porchs with the most comfortable furniture.
#3 Your accusation that I stole from the bread man and the milk man
is absolutley false. I borrowed from them. Years later while I raised four boys
I puchased enough bread and milk to more than even things up
#4 I was not placed in a Foster Home as you asserted. But the courts
in their infinite wisdom placed me in the care of our “Loving Father” who none of his 4 kids really knew. Within 24 hrs he came from Long Island, took me to a small farm in West V., dropped me off with his new elderley inlaws (who
he hardly knew) and returned back to Long Island. Mother some how covinced the courts to resind the order, and in less than 3 months I was back home in the nest.
#5 My Navy life was 5 yrs not 4 as you stated. I joined at 17 in a compined agreement between Myself, my Mother, and some Judge in Yeadon.
A lot of people have suggested many reasons for my behavior in my youth. I disagree with all of them because I know the real reason.
In 1937 I had a wonderful Mother, an older sister whom I adored, and older
brother that I could tolerate. Life was GOOD. Than what does Mother do?
She brings home this baby named Nelson. We had no crib and baby needed
a place to sleep. In our back bedroom was a large bureau wit four big drawers. Mom opens the second one from the top, puts all the cloths in the corner of the room, and makes a bed out of it for “Baby Nelson”.
” IT WAS MY DAMN DRAWER”
My cloths were thrown in the corner. Why not Jack’s drawer? How about Joyce, she had two drawers??? Why Me??
Anyway Nelson thanks for my Birthday tribute.
I love you to Bro
Clay
PS: I WANT MY DRAWER BACK!!!!!!
.
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Nelson Reply:
August 24th, 2010 at 2:39 pm
Hey everybody, I finally got my Bro off the Golf course. Too funny, after 73 years, 4 mths, and 6 days, he wants his drawer back. Now you all know what I have had to put up with. But he has a good heart so don’t be too hard on him. Hey Bro your the best and thanks for the use of your drawer. Might explain why I’m always smelling dirty underwear.
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clay schroeder Reply:
August 25th, 2010 at 4:46 pm
Nels,
Was that “smelling dirty inderwear”> Or more than likley
” smelling like dirty underwaer” ??
Just wondering
Clay The Elder
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Nelson Reply:
August 26th, 2010 at 8:14 pm
Quit trying to correct my grammar. Just remember I graduated before you.
Hi Nelson
Hey its now 25 August where is the rest of the story! I also have a short Airforce career so found this story great, but all your stories are Nelson. Love everything about your blog. Bring on the ending I say.
Belinda
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Nelson Reply:
August 24th, 2010 at 5:06 pm
Belinda so you were a WAC. That’s cool. They did a great job when I was in. Thanks for visiting and commenting. You’re great and appreciated.
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Great story. I went to B36 school at Wichita in 1952 but never worked on them. Went on to Mather AFB in Sacramento and then to Waco as a B25 crew chief.
I will look for the next chapter.
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Nelson Reply:
August 26th, 2010 at 8:21 pm
Stanley, I hitched a ride to Pa from Ft Worth on a B-25. Sat in the jump seat behind the Pilot with the crew chief. Pretty hot plane in those days. Had a Cylinder head temp. problem that was similar to our 4360 engines. Was able to diagnose it and was able to continue on to Pa. We did a lot of hedge hopping through Arkansas and Iowa. The pilot I think thought he was Jimmy Doolittle. Say hello to your boss for me.
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