Hello Everyone!
For years this has been my go to site for anything Amelia Earhart related. Believe it or not, I've only recently realized I could actually join the forum and participate in discussions. For some reason, I was under the impression it was a closed group of 'expedition' people and their ideas
Anyway, now that I know this isn't a closed group, I'm very excited to become part of the discussions. I'm retired Air Force (Cryptographic Systems). My husband is active duty and we are currently assigned to Scott Air Force Base, Illinois.
Being in Illinois has brought me full circle. I've worked in Turkey, Italy, Germany, England, Texas, and New Mexico. I'm originally from Moline, Illinois. Somehow, I always thought I'd wander the world forever, but reality intervened and it looks like this is where we'll spend our retirement years.
Many years ago, I read Ric's theory on the post-loss radio signals and I was hooked. I've lived the expeditions through the descriptions of those fortunate enough to go. I eagerly scrutinized every photo and artifact posted on this site. I have to admit, I have yet to see much of anything in the underwater photos, but the Cook photo is indeed tantalizing.
Like many of you, I wish I could competely fund further expeditions and get this matter settled once and for all. However, I will join and donate what we can afford (at least until I win the lottery or come into that as of yet, unknown inheritance).
Along the lines of fund raising, I wanted to ask if TIGHAR does any fund raising at air shows or other related events? Do you set up a booth for informational purposes or to sell souvenirs and such? If so, I would like to offer sweat equity and help man those booths, get the word out, solicit donations or whatever.
Meanwhile, thank you for the professional, courteous, well-maintained website. I appreciate being able to join and look forward to many interesting discussions.
LTM who still wanders,
Stacy Galloway