Aquila pronounced AK-weh-lah, uh-KWILL-uh or even a-kee-laa, means eagle in Latin. Just like the eagle, this blog is my “bird’s eye view” on situations or topics that I happen to come across in my life.
// May 20th, 2008 // 3 Comments » // News, Photos
A police helicopter circles over Kya Sands tonight as xenophobic violence continues to sweep over Gauteng.
Another long exposure of the circling helicopter here.
// May 19th, 2008 // 4 Comments » // General
Anyone see the rings around the moon tonight? It was quite amazing.
// May 16th, 2008 // 4 Comments » // General
An amazing story of a Father’s relationship with his son.
As of January 31, 2008, Team Hoyt had participated in a total of 958 events, including 224 Triathlons (6 of which were Ironman competitions), 20 Duathlons, and 65 Marathons, including 25 Boston Marathons. They have also biked and run across the USA, in 1992 — a 3,735 mile journey that took them 45 days. [via wikipedia]
What makes this even more remarkable is that Rick can’t walk or talk (he’s a spastic quadriplegic, cerebral palsy, non-speaking person). His father, a retired lieutenant colonel in the air nation guard, pushes and pulls his son across the country and over hundreds of finish lines.
This is a true demonstration of the impenetrable power of love, dedication and courage, as well as, how athletics can serve as a medium for surmounting life’s most inconceivable challenges.
View the Team Hoyt video on Youtube or download the podcast to hear about the Hoyt’s amazing journey (16.4mb, 24mins) .
// May 6th, 2008 // 1 Comment » // Funnies
Hahaha this is hilarious. Thanks to Victoire for the video.
Original over here
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