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Ack! Boy there is nothing like having your worst nightmare almost come true. Seriously, after what happened in AZ last week, I began imagining what I would do if Chip’s ship went down. If you haven’t heard, here’s the official story from FOX 4.

A FOX 4 News helicopter experienced engine failure in mid-flight Monday morning, causing it to skid to a stop and roll over on its side during an emergency landing in Grand Prairie. FOX 4 reporter Chip Waggoner, pilot Curtis Crump and KRLD traffic reporter Julie DeHarty were on board at the time of the incident. DeHarty reportedly suffered minor injuries, but the others remained unharmed. The chopper experienced engine failure, according to those on board, and was forced to land in an area north of Joe Pool Lake, west of Belt Line in Grand Prairie. The team was headed to the scene of some breaking news in Fort Worth when the engine failure occurred. When the chopper hit the ground, it skidded and ended up landing on its side, according to Chip. He also praised Crump for being able to maneuver the difficult landing. Crump also works for the Tarrant County Sheriff’s Department and reportedly has a great deal of experience at practicing emergency landing situations. Dallas police were able to locate the chopper almost immediately after the landing, and rushed to the scene. All passengers were taken to Methodist Hospital for medical attention. FAA officials as well as Dallas police will be investigating the incident. The accident took place just three days after two news choppers crashed while covering breaking news in Phoenix, killing all four people aboard the two helicopters.

I talked to Chip in the hospital and he’s a little sore but doing fine. Julie cut her head and has some minor injuries. I believe the pilot is unharmed. Thank you to everybody who has called, emailed and texted me over the last few hours. I have passed your thoughts and prayers on to Chip and his family. And no, I will not be flying anytime soon.

You see what happens when you take the day off?  The whole city blows up!
 

I actually took a personal day at my 9-5 job and missed out on all the excitement downtown. What a mess.

 But in all the hubbub, I totally forgot about Wed NY Picture day so here we go:

I am sure this is how some of those people in downtown felt, when those gas explosions started rocking their buildings. This lovely lady is in the Museum of Modern Art’s outside sculpture garden overlooking a pool.  You can see a few wish-seeking coins have found their way behind her.  Look at the detail and perfect proportions on her face. Excellent.

“The game of life is the game of boomerangs.  Our thoughts, deeds and words return to us sooner or later, with astounding accuracy.” Florence Scovel Shinn- (1871-1940) Writer

Remember when Fox 4 played Dodgeball against Pugs and Kelly from 1053 FM? No? You can go here and listen to my cocky pre-game interview.

Anyway, here is a quick pic of our team before the match…

Heather, Jessica, Me, Pugs and Chip with Sybil in front and Kelly is in the background standing on the right.

Yeah, we got our butt kicked. But they brought in a ringer from the best team. You wouldn’t think dodgeball would be so violent! You can see more action shots here.

We interrupt this Wednesday NY Picture vacation day to bring the following eggcelent photo:

Yes, that’s me. On an egg. An emu egg to be precise. Artist Gary Gunn utilizes the various natural layers and shades of the shell “as he sculpts and carves, giving great detail and depth to his work.” My Fox 4 cohorts Tim, Megan and Evan are also on this particular egg. Don’t even think of calling me an egghead.