C is for compass.
A compass is a convenient contraption to keep a person on track.
Comprehending the coordinates is a chore for a child, but not so complicated for an adult.
A GPS has a built-in compass, but batteries can conk out, or electronics can crash.
A cairn could conduct a canny boy scout under clear conditions, but in inclement weather, when landmarks are disguised by dense clouds, compass coordinates can set the course.
A simple compass and map consign comfort and direction to any lost traveler.
Certainly, no kid's knapsack is complete without a compass.
Happy birthday to Eric, once a cute cub scout and now a cool compass, computer code, and mountain climbing guru.
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I love it. GPSr's are nice but a compass and a map is the best security blanket.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to gorgeous Eric. A compass is even beyond me ... & that blasted GPS talks back to me!
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I bet Eric does some intense outdoor activities! I cannot read a compass so no one should follow me!
ReplyDeleteGreat C's today Janie.
ReplyDeletehappy birthday to Eric..he looks so cold in that photo!!!
whooo weee he looks cold...tell him Happy Birthday...
ReplyDeleteGreat "C" word, Janie... I had to snicker a bit since --even with all of the new-fangled technology, we still need those older things, just like a good ole' compass.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Forgot to say "Happy Birthday" to Eric.. What a handsome young man.
ReplyDeleteHugs,
Betsy
Happy birthday Eric:-) (My husband's birthday is 3rd February)
ReplyDeleteGreat post - can't beat a compass for competency!
Could Eric come with me to read the compass? If not, Happy B-day anyway!
ReplyDeleteWhat a great post. It's nice to know that others still rely on a compass as well as a GPS! We do have the same hiking unit that you pictured.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday to Eric.
I like how you worked in the cairn and also made it a homage to your sons birthday with photos past and present. Your efficiency of words and photos approaches blog post perfection, truly. Those cairns are always a welcome relief to see.
ReplyDeleteCan't get completely confused with a compass. Love the cub scout shot best.
ReplyDeleteHappy Birthday Day Eric. Keep cool with your life compass.
Happy Birthday to handsome Eric and lots of kisses to him.
ReplyDeleteQuite a compliment to Eric, well done!
ReplyDeleteThis is a fun compass post. Happy Birthday Eric!
ReplyDeleteHappy birthday Eric. I 've never worked a compass but use a GPS when necessart in the city.
ReplyDeleteMe again. I passed on an award to you today.
ReplyDeleteJanie, you do so well at the abc's meme. Your post is wonderful and there is nothing better, maybe not easier but better than a compass to finding your direction.
ReplyDeleteHave a wonderful day and smiles
so creative! love the cub scout!
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