I posted this at Facebook the other day to local friends & family, but a few of my Chiefs Crowd friends are at FB too, so a few of you already this, but not all.
I submitted an application for a position of 'apprentice' tornado chaser, lol. Basically, I'd just be a go-fer for the pro's, helping with this or that. I've always said chasing tornadoes is something I'd like to do...this might be my opportunity. I've been fascinated by tornadoes since witnessing & surviving an F5 when I was almost 11 yrs old, but remember it like yesterday...all of it, including the sound.
The job only lasts for the short tornado prime season. Many submitted applications, so I'm not 'that' optimistic, considering my age is a negative factor at 53, haha. Although, I am in good health overall, & can out run both my kids, haha! Heck, I braced all the roof rafters myself when building this house from the ground up, and much more. If I can build a house in my late 40's & early 50's...I can chase tornadoes, hahaha.
I passed the 'tornado safety & knowledge test' easily, since my fascination has led me to spending literally hrs. over the yrs. researching & learning about tornadoes. I should know within a couple wks. if I get the job or not, wish me luck please!
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