Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday, just as Pastor Monte was starting announcements, he said, “Merry Christmas… or should I say, ‘Happy Holidays’?” The crowd of Lutherans began jeering with boos (and a few hisses) which confused me because I thought Lutherans only jeered at … Continue reading →

“Someday, I hope that someone will take the time to consider the role of the First Lady and assess the many burdens she has to bear and the many contributions she makes.” Harry S. Truman, President, 1945-1953 Lady Bird Johnson, … Continue reading →

I often joke at the coffee commercial “celebrate the moments of your life” and it has become an even more poignant statement since purchasing my first coffee maker this week. Well, this turned out to be one of those days … Continue reading →

Whew! I cannot believe it is now December 16th, but am also relieved. Jose’s concert at Van Buren Middle School was Wednesday morning, and he was NERVOUS. As we were tying his tie, he asked me if I got nervous. … Continue reading →

Wow! I hear folks say that I look younger than my 41 years, and have more energy than most my age… well, after an all-nighter this past Friday, and a near all-nighter Sunday night, I am feeling less energized this … Continue reading →

Well, the Sunday for a concert and a party which I had been eagerly awaiting, arrived. After church, the boys and I grabbed a Chinese dinner and then I hurried home to change in to my new suit. I arrived … Continue reading →

Friday evening I finished teaching and once Matt got home from work at 8:00pm I drove Matt and Jose to the church we have been attending for a youth lock-in. Since the boys were still fairly new to this church, … Continue reading →

Yesterday I had this strange sensation in my stomach as the afternoon hours ticked away – there was a snow storm coming! The meteorological indicated it would begin around 4:00pm. My students began arriving at 2:15pm, each hoping for a … Continue reading →

Today was the first day that I actually felt like driving after Saturday evening’s attempt to recreate Dorothy Hamill’s awe inspiring performance from the 1976 Olympics right on my front steps. I seriously doubt Ms. Hamill attempted a double loop-triple … Continue reading →

The weekend is over… Friday I finished teaching at 6:15pm and hurried to ACTION Adoption to teach a class to prospective adoptive parents. Afterwards, I chatted with some former students, Ted and Annie, who will be going to committee on … Continue reading →

Monday morning, my friend, Phil Clary, a choral director in Cincinnati invited me to attend a performance of a professional ensemble to which he belongs for this coming weekend. Since Matt has his high school choral concert on Saturday (with … Continue reading →

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LIFE in the new millennium from the Dalai Lama:1. Take into account that great love and great achievements involve great risk. 2. When you lose, don’t lose the lesson. 3. Follow the three Rs: a. Respect for self … Continue reading →

“Trust yourself. Create the kind of self that you will be happy to live with all your life. Make the most of yourself by fanning the tiny, inner sparks of possibility into flames of achievement.” ~ Foster C. McClellan “Watch … Continue reading →

Since posting my submission on “acceptance” I have received a number of Emails and a few comments posted on that particular blog from my friends, Sue Branson and Jeff Carter. At first I thought my posting was a bit too … Continue reading →

A week from tonight Thanksgiving will be a day past… we will still be filling up on leftover turkey and all the sides… my sons and I will probably be returning from the tree lighting at the Circle in Indianapolis… … Continue reading →

As parents, we often tell our kids that we want them to “act responsibly,” or, “show respect,” or, that “consequences are the results of their actions.” But, do they know what that means? Of course, we hope that our actions … Continue reading →

Last night, after a great dinner at Ruby Tuesdays, Jeff, AJ and I went to see Ragtime at Wright State. This musical’s construction is so impressive, and the music haunts me throughout the day. I know it will be my … Continue reading →

What another wonderful week! Ups, downs, warm weather, busy schedules… ah! It doesn’t get much better! Jose did not make the basketball team for his middle school, and though he was down that evening when he returned home, his positive … Continue reading →

Photo of Benjamin Magnuson on Broadway in Sweeney Todd…It is a slightly dreary Sunday morning… the wind was strong all night and continues to blow steady and hard. I took Flyer for a walk wearing shorts and a pullover, and … Continue reading →

Less than an hour ago, I drove my five guests from the Bowling Green State University’s Men’s Chorus across the street to join 130 of their fellow singers on the busses. What great guys these were! The BGSU Men’s Chorus … Continue reading →

In 1997, when I was in NYC to direct The Wizard of Oz, I attempted to see two musicals – Titanic and Ragtime. Titanic was still in previews and the two attempts to see it were blocked due to the … Continue reading →

Jeff Foxworthy on Ohio You may be from Ohio (pronounced “ah-hi-uh”) if: You think all Pro football teams are supposed to wear orange. You know all the 4 seasons: winter, still winter, almost winter and construction. You live less than … Continue reading →

“Having sex is like playing bridge. If you don’t have a good partner, you’d better have a good hand.” Woody Allen “Bisexuality immediately doubles your chances for a date on Saturday night.” Rodney Dangerfield “There are a number of mechanical … Continue reading →

This afternoon, after Matt left for work, Jose and I went to see an Art/Independent Film at the Neon Movies in downtown Dayton. I think I loved Everything Is Illuminated almost as much as I loved Ladies In Lavender. I … Continue reading →