Author Archives: John Kevin Hickey

If you enjoy Old West history, then you have to visit the Golden Spike National Historic Site

Posted on January 20, 2019 by John Kevin Hickey

     If you are interested in the history of the Old West, and should you ever find yourself traveling to or thru northern Utah by way of I-84, I would highly recommend you reconnoiter the Golden Spike National Historical … Continue reading →

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Pros and cons of bicycling shoes

Posted on January 17, 2019 by John Kevin Hickey

     In the bicycling world there is a derisive term for male cyclists who do not properly conform to cycling norms in regard to appearance and gear: they are called a “Fred” (women are called “Doris”, but this is … Continue reading →

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Life after retiring from the military

Posted on January 13, 2019 by John Kevin Hickey

        It’s been four years now since I retired from the Air Force/Colorado Air National Guard.  I often run into airmen I know who are still serving, and they invariably ask me if I miss it.    … Continue reading →

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