2024 Beyond the Sky’s Limits 4, Journeys
It’s easier to invent the future than to predict it. ― Alan Kay * How high is the sky? On August 16, 1960, Joe Kittinger rode a balloon to the edge of Earth’s atmosphere. Up there, where the temperature is -94 degrees Fahrenheit yet blood would boil, he stepped off the platform and plunged 102,800 feet, twice as high as jetliners flew. His speed: 614 miles per hour, approached the sound barrier. Earth’s atmosphere extends 6,200 miles above the planet. After that, the atmosphere blends into space. In jumping from over 19 miles above the Earth, Kittinger reached beyond the sky’s limits. Fifty-two years later, he helped Felix Baumgartner repeat that experience. Watch Joe Kittinger’s jump [3 minutes]. The theme for this fourth of four “Beyond the Sky’s Limits” posts is, “Travel.” Photographs from my “SkyScapes Gallery” accompany this series. Here are five favorite quotes, All journeys have secret destinations of which the traveler is unaware. — Martin Buber It is good to have an end to journey toward; but it is the journey that matters, in the end. — Ursula K. LeGuin A journey is best measured in friends, rather than miles. – Tim Cahill Not all those who wander are lost. — J.R.R. Tolkien We too can be pioneers. Not by opening up vast new geographic frontiers, but rather, by finding more thoughtful ways to approach those already discovered. — Sven-Olaf Lindblad Succeed and Soar! SkyScapes Pouches Organize travels and carry possessions safe and secure in these unique and beautiful wallets. Details: Three sizes: Small 6” x 4” , Medium 9.5” x 6” and Large 12.5” x 8.5” Crafted with 100% poly-poplin fabric Double-stitched at seams for extra durability Durable metal zipper Visit All Zippered Pouches Thanks for shopping!