Monthly Archives: March 2013

The past several years, a number of folks from various schools and organizations have volunteered for the MEPA (Mid-East Performance Association) at Nutter Center.   MEPA is especially looking for some folks to assist in several areas. If you are … Continue reading →

In February, 1973, my mother was expecting a baby, and took me, and our neighbor girl, Debbie Poynter, to see THE TEN COMMANDMENTS at the Elwood Theater on Main Street.  Toward “The Exodus” scene, Mother began experiencing discomfort from sitting … Continue reading →

As always, I spent time photographing one of my favorite places, Dayton History at Carillon Park.  I hoped to enjoy some quiet time in the new exhibit on The 1913 Dayton Flood, but it was packed.  Many families were out … Continue reading →

Some photos of Navi, 2, with her tongue out, and Flyer, 12, still one of the smartest, brightest, most loving dogs I’ve known.  Always loyal, and like Chief, always a few feet from me no matter where I am.

My lips were a bit dry so I applied some chapstick ACTION Adoption was handing out.  It is a berry flavored chapstick, and seems to work better than some of the others. I took a nap, and woke to a … Continue reading →

After supper we ventured to The Greene to see THE CROODS.  Absolutely adorable and very funny. The moon was particularly beautiful tonight.

It’s absolutely beautiful outside.  I don’t care that others are bashing the snow now that it is officially Spring.  It seems as though some folks just need a reason to complain.  It’s weather.  That simple.  There is little you can … Continue reading →

Schools are canceled throughout the Miami Valley for Monday, March 25th.  A beautiful snow has fallen, and continues to fall.

Navi loves to crawl under her blanket, cover her head, and chase Chief.  Or, she will simply walk around the room with the blanket over her head.  It takes a good deal of effort to capture these moments on video … Continue reading →

Last night, Quintin and I went to see PARENTAL GUIDANCE, starring Billy Crystal, Bette Middler, Marisa Tormei and Tom Everett Scott.  The critics bashed the film, but I found it to be quite: Hilarious. Tender. Real. Thought-provoking. Artie (Billy Crystal) and Diane … Continue reading →

So Amy Kress tells me I need to call Dayton History at Carillon Park to RSVP for the opening ceremonies of the 1913 Dayton Flood Exhibit.  My membership newsletter arrived and on my iPhone shortly after her message. I scroll … Continue reading →

There is always something fun when grocery shopping with Quintin!  He continually keeps me laughing. We lunched at the China Buffet in Kettering, compliments of the Bomholt family.  As we were being escorted to our booth, I heard, “Hello, Mr. … Continue reading →

Will wonders never cease?  The fury trio allowed me to sleep in until shortly before 8:00am.  I feel two hours have escaped me, but do appreciate the additional sleep.  Truth be known, they were not even stirring.  Flyer had moved … Continue reading →

Spring break is here. Since all the schools are on different schedules, I am teaching all day on Monday and Tuesday, and my regular Wednesday schedule so I can have Thursday and Friday off with Quintin.  Next week, I will … Continue reading →

Spring break has arrived for Kettering Schools, and I will teach Monday through Wednesday, and have Thursday and Friday off to do some things with Quintin.  The following week, I will have Wednesday through Friday off since Beavercreek Schools will … Continue reading →

I am asking for as many of my Facebook friends to assist with this very special, and quick project! There is a fantastic young man from an amazingly wonderful family I’ve known for 22 years. Ian Cali, a senior at … Continue reading →

National First Ladies’ Library E-news NFLL InTouch March, 2013 Visit Our Gift Shop Visit our Gift Shop and maybe you’ll find a pot of gold at the end of the rainbow. Well, maybe not, but you may find something you’d … Continue reading →

Like countless others around the world, I am sitting here eagerly awaiting the introduction of the new Pope.  Since Pope John Paul’s election when I was in junior high, I’ve been interested in the process, tradition and history of the … Continue reading →

I’ve always believed that I learn a great deal from my students, and this morning was one of those reminders. An adult piano student and I were discussing nervousness when playing in front of others, as well as finding a … Continue reading →

The dogs actually allowed me to sleep until 7:30am, but not without occasional coaxing to pull me from sleep. Snow weighs down branches, and seems to have the world on temporary hold.  This will be short lived as the weather … Continue reading →

After an earlier-than-usual supper, Quintin and I watched EIGHT BELOW, a beautiful movie focusing on one’s love for dogs.  Naturally, it drove the three dogs I love up the wall. Schools are closed around the Miami Valley as the snow … Continue reading →