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Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy
…Winter Percussion Season…
Quintin has been enjoying his time with the Fairmont Winter Percussion ensemble, which has been sweeping up contests, left and right. Here is a glimpse of Quintin’s primary love at the moment. Several of the photographs are courtesy of Patti … Continue reading
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…Little Eddie…
Edward Baker “Eddie” Lincoln (March 10, 1846 – February 1, 1850) was the second son of Abraham & Mary Todd Lincoln. He was named after Lincoln’s friend Edward Dickinson Baker, and the youngest Lincoln son to die. Eddie died one month … Continue reading
…All Men Dream…
“All men dream: but not equally. Those who dream by night in the dusty recesses of their minds wake in the day to find that it was vanity: but the dreamers of the day are dangerous men, for they may … Continue reading
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…To Post, or Not To Post…
Thursday, a Facebook friend sent me a private message. “Several of us think you post too many things on Facebook. It gets old reading all your posts. Why don’t you only post the most important things.” I had to laugh … Continue reading
Cottage Courier
In This Issue From the Director Modern Slavery Exhibit Survivor Goods Specialty Tours Interview with Brad Myles Upcoming Programs Cottage Conversations March 15 Stephanie McCurry April TBD All Programs: Reception – 6:00pm Lecture – 6:30pm Tickets: Lecture: $10 Reception & … Continue reading
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Human Race Theatre 2012-2013 Season General Auditions
The Human Race Theatre Company 2012-2013 Season General Auditions General Auditions for Adult Actors (ages 16 +) General Auditions for Young Actors (TBA) Adult Auditions: Dayton, Ohio – Plays & Musicals Saturday, April 21, 2012 (10-5pm) – Musicals or Both … Continue reading
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…25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE…
Today was the first time I’d ever seen the musical, THE 25th ANNUAL PUTNAM COUNTY SPELLING BEE. One of my voice students, Heather Barker, portrayed Logainnr Schwartzandgrubenniere, and Heather was absolutely hilarious! Heather began studying with me when she … Continue reading
…The King Has Left The Building…
The pure, the bright, the beautiful that stirred our hearts in youth The impulses to wordless prayer The streams of love and truth The longing after something lost The spirit’s longing cry The striving after better hopes These things can … Continue reading
From the 1927 Grand Council of American Indians
From the 1927 Grand Council of American Indians “The white people, who are trying to make us over into their image, they want us to be what they call “assimilated,” bringing the Indians into the mainstream and destroying our … Continue reading
…Preble County Historical Society – November 2010…
Photographs of the Preble County Historical Society park, taken November 2010.
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…The Ten Commandments of Success…
I walked into a classroom in The Teachers’ College at Ball State University one day, and on my student’s desk was a sheet of paper with the following life instructions from Charles Schwabb. I read the information, and slipped the … Continue reading
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…Navi's Surgery…
Navi went into surgery at 10:00am. After driving into Gratis to get some coffee, and take photos of the cemetery, I returned to the Preble County Historical Society to take photos of the cabin, and other items. Navi was ready … Continue reading
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…All in a Few Days…
This morning at 8:30am I was at the endocrinologist’s office for a bi-monthly check-up, and blood draw. After that I hurried to the middle school to teach until 1:00pm, rushed home to scarf down some lunch, take a 30 minute … Continue reading
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…Old Photos…
Since Jeffrey Carter and Mark Rogers have posted old photos of themselves, I thought I should follow suit…
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Madonna at the Super Bowl…
I’ve been entertained by a plethora of varying reports on Madonna’s Super Bowl half-time production. The boards are lighting up with armchair-choreographers and directors this evening, and critiquing the 53 year old Queen Mum’s performance. Fifty-three? Wow! And she can … Continue reading
Mount Vernon's windows…
For a number of years I have always wondered why the West-front windows of Mount Vernon were off-set. I found a “Ask Mount Vernon” link at George Washington’s Mount Vernon I sent the following note: I’ve wondered, for several years, why … Continue reading
An Excellent Exam
STUDENT WAS GIVEN 0% ON AN EXAM… I would have given him 100% Q1. In which battle did Napoleon die? * his last battle Q2. Where was the Declaration of Independence signed? * at the bottom of the page Q3. … Continue reading
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THE HUMAN RACE ANNOUNCES ITS 2012-2013 SEASON
MEDIA RELEASE For more information and interview requests please contact: Leigh Allan, Marketing Director leigh@humanracetheatre.org (937) 461-3823 ext. 3112 Or Kevin Moore, Producing Artistic Director kevin@humanracetheatre.org ext. 3115 Human Race logo attached THE HUMAN RACE THEATRE ANNOUNCES ITS 2012-2013 SEASON … Continue reading
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Go see JERSEY BOYS at Schuster Center
I’ve never had the opportunity to see this musical, but have always been fascinated with it. The music is incredible, and the arrangements for the musical are invigorating! Go see it! Enjoy it! … Continue reading
ADOPTION: The Online Matching Event
Online Child Matching Event Hosted By A Family For Every Child REGISTER ONLINE NOW TO RESERVE YOUR SPOT FOR THIS EXCITING EVENT! http://www.afamilyforeverychild.org We are excited to announce that we will be holding our first online matching event on January … Continue reading
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…The Wonderful Weekend of Rah's…
The weekend was a delightful world-wind of activity, all centered around music and friends! Friday evening after teaching, Quintin and I headed for Beavercreek High School where I served as a judge for the show choir’s invitational. Friday was middle … Continue reading
Research Opportunities at Wells Institute for Health Awareness
Tell them Darin sent you! Research Opportunities at Wells Institute Welcome to 2012.We at Wells Institute are excited about presenting new research opportunities in the area of Type 2 Diabetes, High Blood Pressure, Post Shingle Pain and more.If you are … Continue reading
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The Haasienda on Shroyer... 