Most of the EMAL nation won't recognize Eric's name as he would have played his senior season of football at PLU in 2006. However, Eric's story is one that should be shared and reflected upon each year by EMALs from all generations. In his own words, "life is fragile and can be taken away from anyone at a moment's notice." Tragically, Eric's life closely mirrored these words and Eric was taken from us in a drowning accident on Lake Stevens July 4th 2009. (http://news.plu.edu/node/996)
Although I never had the pleasure of meeting Eric, the words he left behind made a lasting impact on me. The most meaningful was a short statement Eric wrote titled, "Philosophy of Life". I plan to share this statement with my daughters repeatedly as they grow and mature. I've uploaded this document to scribd.com and embedded it in this posting. Be sure to read his exhortations on the second page...they are powerful. (Hint: You can view the document in full screen by clicking in the upper right hand corner of the viewer.)
Philosophy of Life - By Eric Fergen
May we all have the courage to life as Eric did. I'm so grateful there are an army of EMALs out in the world who are leaving their mark.
Shine On EMALs!
EMAL #54
Thursday, June 18, 2009
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
Talk About Inspiring...
Knowing what a humble guy Jonathan Carlson is, he probably wouldn't have posted this himself. However, his recent actions on May 27, 2009 are inspiring and I believe they stand to encourage us all to strive for excellence in our lives and stay cool when the going gets tough.
There are two core EMAL beliefs:
1. The longer we play the better we get.
2. Someone is going to find a way.
When an engine failed on the commercial plane he was commanding Jonathan was up to the challenge. He has always told me if there is a tight situation on an airplane he wants to be the one at the controls. His 1st Officer was flying when the engine failed, but Jonathan took over shortly afterward. He then proceeded to land the plane safely while protecting the lives of the crew members and all 27 passengers on board.
It's inspiring to me that one of our fellow EMALs continues to work hard to become a master of his craft despite adversity. Yes sir, Jonathan Carlson is the real deal.
Here is a link to the story:
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing In Riverton, Wyoming
Shine On EMALs
EMAL #54
There are two core EMAL beliefs:
1. The longer we play the better we get.
2. Someone is going to find a way.
When an engine failed on the commercial plane he was commanding Jonathan was up to the challenge. He has always told me if there is a tight situation on an airplane he wants to be the one at the controls. His 1st Officer was flying when the engine failed, but Jonathan took over shortly afterward. He then proceeded to land the plane safely while protecting the lives of the crew members and all 27 passengers on board.
It's inspiring to me that one of our fellow EMALs continues to work hard to become a master of his craft despite adversity. Yes sir, Jonathan Carlson is the real deal.
Here is a link to the story:
Pilot Makes Emergency Landing In Riverton, Wyoming
Shine On EMALs
EMAL #54
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