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About Wright Flyer Guy

Darin is a single adoptive father, a teacher, playwright, and musical theatre director from Kettering, Ohio.

The Gathering Storm…

There seems to be an even greater wave of unrest sweeping our country, and the world. To be honest, I’ve not followed Occupy Wall Street, and what I did follow initially did not necessarily ring with any clarity of the … Continue reading

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So many 'thank you's'

Friday morning Quintin and I went on a major hike through Dayton’s Woodland Cemetery next to University of Dayton’s campus. Thursday night was a bit on the rough side with the loss of Logan, but Friday morning’s hike through the … Continue reading

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"Your Dog's Dead"

Several folks have asked me if I’ve ever had a pet die. Yes, I have; however, my first dog, an American Eskimo, died when I was about two or three years old, and my second dog, Pokey, died my senior … Continue reading

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…A Fond Farewell…

As I write this while sitting up in bed at my hospital table used for working mostly late into the night, Logan snuggles next to me. This is a familiar sight, and the warmth of her fur next to me … Continue reading

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Mooned

YOU’VE BEEN MOONED The photos below are very cleverly done. It must have taken several evenings to produce these “moon shots” and a great imagination. .

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GoodIdeasandTips.com

Cool beans! Martha Stewart – you’re up! http://clicks.aweber.com/y/ct/?l=E8rS_&m=3c5N2ZrEAvDVYNB&b=oGcGjn5yZz7ZJqK44c4lZw Hair Wraps – 2011-10-05 12:57:05.361649-04 With 3 girls at our house and a lot of hair, I am always looking for fun and creative hair ideas to play with! Today, I found … Continue reading

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…Columbus Day 2011…

As a young child growing up in the late 1960’s I was caught up with discovery and exploration. It was an exciting time to watch rockets lifting off, men walking on the moon or bouncing around in the moon-buggy, and … Continue reading

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Cottage Conversation with David Blight

Cottage Conversation with David Blight October 27, 2011 Join us on Thursday, October 27 for an enlightening evening with David Blight as he discusses his new book American Oracle: The Civil War in the Civil Rights Era (Sept 2011) Reception: … Continue reading

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…Social Networking…

The past several days I’ve enjoyed the fortunes of social network as I attempt to complete a multitude of tasks. With my cell phone in hand, I have a remarkable tool at my fingertips as I dart about my day … Continue reading

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Carillon Park: Get Your Candy Bag Ready! Hallow's Eve Is Coming!

Hallow’s Eve at Patterson Homestead October 21 & 22, 2011 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm Join us in an 1890s period-inspired Hallow’s Eve party at the historic Patterson Homestead, Friday October 21 and Saturday, October 22, from 6:00 p.m. to … Continue reading

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Fall into history

Fall into history

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Low-Carb Breakfast Ideas

Diabetic Connect Newsletter RECIPES | DISCUSSIONS | VIDEOS | NEWS ARTICLESunsubscribe Breakfast Nut Bread Good Morning Milk Shake Lemon Bread Burrito del Veggies Only 19g Carbs in This Crisp, Sweet Waldorf Salad New! Hundreds of Nutritionist-Tested Diabetic Recipes Low-Carb Breakfast … Continue reading

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Birthday over… Thank you…

This morning when I woke, I was greeted by another two dozen well-wishers.  Facbook’s new format cannot be too difficult, or too hateful, as I received over 700 birthday greetings.  I was so touched by the greetings, and some of … Continue reading

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Notes from my mother…

Darin was born on this date at 6:03 PM. He weighed 8 lbs 3 1/4 ozs and 21″. HAPPY BIRTHDAY, DARIN. Destin, Have a safe trip to Indy today. Hope Parker feels better today. Love you both

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2011 Bands of America Championships are under way

The mother of one of my former long-time piano, saxophone and drum-major students is pictured in her drum-major uniform, about the fourth photo below. Jill Cordonnier, who studied with me for twelve years, is currently attending college at Bowling Green … Continue reading

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A Quiet Friday Evening…

I woke this morning to the sound of rain smacking the pavement outside my bedroom window. The sky was a cold grey, and having had a restless night of sleep, I was feeling the weight pull down my energy. However, … Continue reading

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…The Sound of Music…

Oscar Hammerstein’s original draft for “The Sound of Music” from THE SOUND OF MUSIC. I hear the echo of a far off chime As it flies from a church on a breeze. I hear the clatter of a cloud of … Continue reading

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A quote… Martha Graham

‘There is a vitality, a life force, an energy, a quickening that is translated through you into action, and because there is only one of you in all of time, this expression is unique. And if you block it, it … Continue reading

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An interview with Derek Clark…. INCREDIBLE!

This is a “listen” for all of us… Derek Clark shared with Family By Design his triumphant life through 13 years of foster care and being declared mentally challenged to living the life of his dreams.  Derek now inspires and motivates foster … Continue reading

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Instructions for Life

Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk. When you lose, don’t lose the lesson. Follow the three Rs: · Respect for self · Respect for others and · Responsibility for all your actions. Remember that … Continue reading

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Just A Wednesday…

I started watching GUESS WHO’S COMING TO DINNER? at midnight.  I logged on to Netflix to watch COMMANDER IN CHIEF for forty-three minutes but my eye caught “Movies We Recommend For You.”  Netflix knows me! The artistry of GUESS WHO’S … Continue reading

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Glucometers

Arghh… for over a week I thought my blood sugar readings were excellent. Now, I am uncertain. I purchased a new glucometer, FreeStyle Lite, and for over a week the blood sugar readings were fantastic. One night, my reading was … Continue reading

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I Saw Two Clouds At Morning

Epithalamium I SAW two clouds at morning, Tinged with the rising sun; And in the dawn they floated on, And mingled into one: I thought that morning cloud was blest, It moved so sweetly to the west. I saw two … Continue reading

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Big Music Sale at McCutcheon Music

You won’t want to miss this big music sale!!! …McCutcheon Music… We’re overstocked on print music! Over 8000 pieces in stock 40% off all print music One week only September 18th-24th Store Hours: Monday thru Thursday 11:00am-8:00pm Fri 11:00am-7:00pm Saturday … Continue reading

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Are you deaf?

This morning while walking Chief around the school’s enormous campus, I saw a senior-sized couple exit Trent Arena’s recreational center. The little lady, looking especially classy in her white and pink running outfit walked up to a gold car, and … Continue reading

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