Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy

I love programs that explain things.  Mister Rogers did a great job of taking us on learning adventures to see how crayons, Graham crackers, perfume, ice cream and countless other things were made. THE HISTORY CHANNEL offers “Modern Marvels” which … Continue reading →

This morning around 5 AM, I was awakened by the sound of scurrying feet on the wooden floor upstairs. I turned on my light to find Flyer frantically walking in circles around the room. I figured she had to potty, … Continue reading →

July 4, 2013, is winding down with nearly 90 minutes left of this day. It was a gray, soggy day throughout. By 8:50 AM I was making my way towards Centerville. Since I know the area like the back of … Continue reading →

In 2007, one of my sons and I were en route to The Outer Banks for our vacation, and we planned a visit at Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello to coordinate with the Naturalization Ceremony. The guest speaker was actor Sam Waterston. … Continue reading →

This is my most favorite holiday. Christmas is OK, but it is not even in the top four with this holiday, Memorial Day, Labor Day, and Presidents’ Day.  These holidays, along with Veterans Day, celebrate our nation and its rich … Continue reading →

With the exception of getting to spend some time with Emily Webb, and her lovely mother and sister, and the pastor as we planned the funeral service for Emily’s grandmother, it was a somewhat dull day. Even a trip to … Continue reading →

Yesterday, I had a lengthy lunch with one of my dearest friends, Nancy Winslow. I’ve known Nancy nearly 20 years now, and she and her husband are moving to Eudora, Kansas. Since I was sandwiched right in between the ages … Continue reading →

Today is my vacation’s jump day After the day I will only have five more days left of vacation. So far, it has been quite enjoyable, but not as productive as I would’ve preferred in the writing arena. Monday could’ve … Continue reading →

A somewhat uneventful day with eventful items. The trip to PetSmart and Kroger were the most eventful out-of-house events.  I chatted with Mother via phone for an hour or so, and then decided to head to Dayton’s fireworks.  As I … Continue reading →

Today at 1 PM I took all three dogs over to Petsmart for their annual vaccinations. Navi, generally the most skittish one of the trio, spent most of her time cowering away from the other pets. Chief, the bold and … Continue reading →

Today seems like my first official day of vacation. I only have a graduation party for the evening, but it seems like some of my obligatory duties are complete. Last night I slept upstairs for the second time sans the … Continue reading →

When I got my iPhone a few months ago, I discovered one of the greatest tools that I’ve known in a long time. Siri. Or rather, I thought it was a great tool. Some days, I am just not quite … Continue reading →

Twenty years ago today, a personal tradition was born. At 2:15pm each June 27th I sit at the piano, and play “Red River Valley.” There was a darling little lady that welcomed me into this world in 1964, and on … Continue reading →

Man, oh man. The intersection of Shroyer Road and Lincoln Park Boulevard was like a dog walk festival. Seldom do we ever see other dogs out during the morning walk, but this morning we encountered seven dogs. Five of the … Continue reading →

A somewhat dull evening, however, PBS came to the rescue with a documentary on Henry Ford. Hey long day of teaching was completed an hour early due to a cancellation. I ran to Kroger to get some groceries for the … Continue reading →

Nothing out of the usual today I taught from 9:30 AM until 8 PM with an hour break. I did have one open lesson when the family could make it in time and hurried outback tomorrow the backyard within 15 … Continue reading →

Sundays are generally a combination of rest, reading, housework, yardwork, projects, and tidying up the house to prepare for the teaching week. In many ways, with the exception of usually talking to mother on the telephone, Sunday is almost like … Continue reading →

Just as the subject line says, it is a hot, muggy, humid Sunday morning here in the Miami Valley of Ohio. The dogs and I went on a walk at 7:30 AM and within 20 minutes we were starting to … Continue reading →

It’s now after 3 AM and I’m still wide awake. This is what seeing a wonderful production can do to me. And Centerville high school certainly delivered a brilliant production this evening. I also wanted to respond to several notes … Continue reading →

Five loads of mulch were transported to The Haasienda and spread in the replanted, redesigned hosta bed. That process was from 6:15am to 10:00am.  At 10:30am I headed over to Pati Rogers’ house. Ms. R kindly donated a huge tub … Continue reading →

One day, when I lived in Centerville, Ohio, I decided to go to several rummage sales and some of the nicer neighborhoods. I located the list of garage sales for the area and made out my list of which ones … Continue reading →

Years ago, someone told me about a neat little secret that aids men during the summer months from chafing. Take a plastic baggie and put it teaspoonful of the spice, alum, and it. But the baggy in your pocket and … Continue reading →

It is 6:15 AM and I am off to the Kettering compost bins. This is a nice little free offering from the city of Kettering. It does seem a bit early to be up getting my gardening fix on already, … Continue reading →

When I was younger, I was a lot more attentive to my attire. I actually cared about current styles and often adopted them. As I’ve gotten older I’ve come to care less about the particulars of dressing stylish. My general … Continue reading →

I have been blessed with so many wonderful friends, but there will always be one that will be at the heart of my heart. Every couple months, or so, we join one another for breakfast at First Watch in Kettering. … Continue reading →