Into The Wild Blue Yonder: A Late Bloomer’s Tale (Guest Post)
A guest post by Bob Cloud, who, despite his prophetic name, took a few years to find his wings and realize his dream of flying.
These late-blooming explorers highlight the connection between creativity and adventure. Whether we travel through books, dreams, or distant lands, we find ways to bloom in our own time. As J.R.R. Tolkien wrote, “Not all those who wander are lost.”
A guest post by Bob Cloud, who, despite his prophetic name, took a few years to find his wings and realize his dream of flying.
Born in 1910, Margaret Dunning learned to drive at age 8 and lived next door to Henry Ford. She still drives her 1930 Packard Roadster to car shows and just received a college scholarship!
Rose Monroe wanted to train as pilot during WWII, but was disqualified for being a single mother. She became a riveter instead — you may know her as Rosie. And she did learn to fly.
Heinrich Schliemann–discoverer of Homer’s Troy, self-taught polyglot, self-made man. Admirable accomplishments. But did he go too far with Agamemnon’s mask?
He allegedly spoke 14 languages, made millions, and worshiped Homer. In his 40s, he brought Troy from legend into reality. Was Heinrich Schliemann the real deal or a con?
The next time you see a Mercedes on the highway, think of Bertha Benz, the daring woman who, at age 39, saved her husband’s radical invention by making the world’s first road trip when no roads existed!
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