Quote by Cory Lidle

You can go up in the air and everything is gone. You know, you don't think about baseball. You don't think about anything. It's just something that takes you away from everyday life. I love being in a plane and looking down to see traffic on the freeway.

You can go up in the air and everything is gone. You know, y

Summary

This quote expresses the feeling of escape and freedom that comes with being in an airplane. When one looks down at the world from above, everyday worries and distractions fade away. The act of flying takes the person away from their ordinary life and allows them to disconnect from their thoughts and concerns, such as baseball or traffic. The speaker emphasizes the joy and fascination experienced while being in a plane and witnessing the bustling activity on the ground.

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By Cory Lidle

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