Re-Thinking Flying
I've seen a video of the massive amount of air traffic over the U.S., but seeing the global amount of air traffic has me amazed. I knew there were a lot of planes taking off daily, but whoa.
Check out just European air traffic.
I just found this very cool site where you can follow either commercial or private flight. Plus view images of air traffic over the U.S. http://flightaware.com/live/. I could check out flights all day. Hey Moms, put that site into you Favorites, so you'll know exactly where your kids flight is the next time they take a flight (saves on worry).
I find this all rather interesting and a little scary. Just think of all those flights going on over your head all day every day. However it does make one realize just how safe air travel really is.
Friday, September 26, 2008
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Sunday, September 14, 2008
Another Great Voice
The other day, September 9th to be exact, I was listening to PRI'S "The World" and I heard this angelic, sweet, yet powerful singing voice during the Global Hit segment. His name is Gurrumul.
He is an Australian Aboriginal artist who has such a compelling voice that it doesn't matter that I can't understand the words he sings, but I wish I did because his voice is so compelling. Funny how I've always wanted a deep resonating voice, but find his voice very much worthy of jealousy.
Take some time to enjoy this great artist.
The other day, September 9th to be exact, I was listening to PRI'S "The World" and I heard this angelic, sweet, yet powerful singing voice during the Global Hit segment. His name is Gurrumul.
He is an Australian Aboriginal artist who has such a compelling voice that it doesn't matter that I can't understand the words he sings, but I wish I did because his voice is so compelling. Funny how I've always wanted a deep resonating voice, but find his voice very much worthy of jealousy.
Take some time to enjoy this great artist.
Sunday, September 7, 2008
The Voice is Gone
You've heard him, but you may not know the name. Don LaFontaine, AKA, "The Voice of God" or "Thunder Throat", died September 1, 2008.
I have known about Mr. LaFontaine and his career for many years and have had a jealousy for his distinctive voice since I first heard him on a movie trailer. I've tried to mimic his voice, but it is at such a difficult register and there is a timbre that is impossible for me to recreate. All I know is that if I had his voice, I'd be doing what he did. Use it to the best of my ability.
He was remembered on many programs carried on North West Public Radio. Morning Edition, All Things Considered, On The Media, and Studio 360, oh and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me.
I don't have much to say, just that he will be missed and that there are many of us who aspire to be like him. Rest in peace.
You've heard him, but you may not know the name. Don LaFontaine, AKA, "The Voice of God" or "Thunder Throat", died September 1, 2008.
I have known about Mr. LaFontaine and his career for many years and have had a jealousy for his distinctive voice since I first heard him on a movie trailer. I've tried to mimic his voice, but it is at such a difficult register and there is a timbre that is impossible for me to recreate. All I know is that if I had his voice, I'd be doing what he did. Use it to the best of my ability.
He was remembered on many programs carried on North West Public Radio. Morning Edition, All Things Considered, On The Media, and Studio 360, oh and Wait Wait Don't Tell Me.
I don't have much to say, just that he will be missed and that there are many of us who aspire to be like him. Rest in peace.
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