Flying for the most part is an enjoyable experience providing a wonderful break from the daily grind of earthbound life. However, the gods of flight do not take kindly to decisions based more upon self-assured hubris than a sober assessment of available options.
Part of the problem is that the more proficient you get, the more you are apt to press on despite aircraft, weather or other issues. I call it the Overconfidence Beast, and it can bite you in a heartbeat. Add to that an unrealistic expectation to get the job done regardless of circumstances, and you have a recipe for disaster.
