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Diabetes + High Tech…
I currently have an electronic contraption that obtains data I input, as well as data from my new glucometer which contains a blue-tooth for transmittal. It is pretty neat to draw the blood onto the glucometer’s test strip, push some … Continue reading
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End of the week…
Last night, Quintin and I enjoyed a late dinner at The Noodle Company located in The Greene. Afterwards, we grabbed some videos since he did not have to be at school Friday until 11:30am due to the on-going OGT (Ohio … Continue reading
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Charles E. Taylor: The Man Aviation History Almost Forgot
A friend, Debbie Allen, sent me this neat article on Charles “Charlie” Taylor, a mechanic for the Wright Brothers. Charlie earns a good deal of the credit in the final phase of the brothers’ preparations for powered flight. I knew … Continue reading
Visiting Presidential Sites…
Since I was very young, I’ve immersed myself in presidential history, and have loved visiting historical sites associated with our nation’s leaders. Today, my friend, Jeff Carter, and I were discussing our bucket lists of places to visit, and I … Continue reading
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The Hounds of Spring
[Hit the play button on HOUNDS OF SPRING; listen as you read, and then, sit back and enjoy this fantastic piece of band literature by Alfred Reed.] A beautiful day it is! It is only 50-degrees this tenth day of … Continue reading
Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum – Up to 53% Off Admission
A friend from high school, Elisa Abner-Taschwer, was so thoughtful to send me this info on the Lincoln Library and Museum in Springfield! Take advantage of this great deal!
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Darren Paquin: An OUTLINE for living…
I am sitting in my study, as I do four days a week, writing. Each afternoon through mid-evening I teach private lessons. But prior to teaching, I have three-scheduled hours of writing time, cheerfully followed by errands, and household chores. … Continue reading
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Advocates: Teens in foster care need a place to belong
Wonderful article on teens in foster care… Advocates: Teens in foster care need a place to belong
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Morton: ‘Willie’ was second Lincoln child to die young
From The Northwest Herald… Morton: ‘Willie’ was second Lincoln child to die young
A beautiful February day…
Navi, Chief and Flyer were not about to rouse themselves at 5:00am when The Haasienda began stirring as Quintin showered, and readied himself for a 6:00am rehearsal prior to the MEPA/Bellbrook HS competition. After Quintin left, Mother and I talked … Continue reading
VLADIMIR KANEVSKY'S PORCELAIN FLOWERS IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL
VLADIMIR KANEVSKY’S PORCELAIN FLOWERS IN THE WALL STREET JOURNAL Beautiful…
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Planets Align: Venus, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars & Moon To Appear February 26
From The Huffington Post… Planets Align: Venus, Jupiter, Mercury, Mars & Moon To Appear February 26
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Inspiring Stories & Quotes
Some very empowering stories and quotes… Inspiring Stories & Quotes
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Create Your Own Miracles
Some great items here… Create Your Own Miracles
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…Why We Love Dogs…
Man is a dog’s idea of what God should be. ~Holbrook Jackson The dog is a gentleman; I hope to go to his heaven, not man’s. ~Mark Twain, letter to W.D. Howells, 2 April 1899
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…Before the sun is up…
My alarm went off at 5:10am. I squinted through very eye-lids to see the bathroom door closed, and heard the sound of water smacking against the bathtub… whew… Quintin was awake, and showering. I smelled coffee I knew Mother was … Continue reading
Theatrical Structure Explained
Producer: Leaps Tall Buildings In A Single Bound Is More Powerful Than A Locomotive Is Faster Than A Speeding Bullet Walks On Water Gives Policy To God Director: Leaps Short Buildings In A Single Bound Is More Powerful Than A … Continue reading
…Wet Dogs…
The dogs are all bathed for their presentation for Queen Grandma who will visit this weekend. The last time I bathed the pups, they were not thrilled, and I figured I would have a chore on my hands getting them … Continue reading
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…Presidential Funerals…
Video clips of presidential funerals from William McKinley to Ronald Reagan, in order of their presidency.
…Earliest recordings of Presidents…
This is believed to be the oldest known recording of any U.S. President. It was recorded on an Edison wax cylinder sometime around 1889.
…Frost/Nixon…
“A man is not finished when he is defeated. He is finished when he quits.” – Richard Nixon This morning, while relaxing, I watched the movie, FROST/NIXON (2008), starring Frank Langella and Michael Sheen, and directed by Ron Howard. I … Continue reading
…Washington Elementary School…
For some reason, I always associate President’s Day with several of my Washington Elementary School teachers. Washington Elementary School, located on the West side of Elwood, Indiana, was built in 1894. My great-great aunt, Florence ___ Barmes, was one of … Continue reading
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…39 Years of Collecting Lincoln…
Since March 1973 I have collected books, and other Lincoln memorabilia. My most prized possession… the bust of Lincoln given to my by my uncle, Ron Barmes, 1973. Another is a framed card de visite of Mary Todd Lincoln – … Continue reading
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