Author: BG Barnstormer

  • Captivated by Cacti

    Captivated by Cacti

    If you read last week’s blog, you know we have visited the southwest region of the United States. Lately we have spent a lot of time in Arizona and I’m personally LOVING the red rocks, wildlife, and cacti. While my children are not nearly as enamored with these prickly statuesque wonders, I can say I… Read Article…

  • The Dams of Life

    The Dams of Life

    Recently we have been exploring the American Southwest. I have been captivated by this area, learning about unique plants, animals, people, and their way of life. We visited the Grand Canyon and learned that the Colorado River is an essential resource, providing water, a habitat for wildlife, and the irrigation necessary for the Sonoran Desert… Read Article…

  • Airport ABC’s

    Airport ABC’s

    In 2018 we moved from Kansas to Virginia and started homeschooling. That year, we began traveling with our children on the airlines regularly. At the time, the children were eight, six, and four years old. I remember picking up a free children’s activity book at the local airport and it went through the alphabet, matching… Read Article…

  • Kryptonite Superpower

    Kryptonite Superpower

    I often think about what sparks a person’s interest in a particular field of study. I got into aviation because of my love of space. As I went through training, I gained skills to handle different situations. On more than a few occasions, people have asked me how I can be a pilot or train… Read Article…