Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy

Except for teaching the two online classes, I spent the entire day in bed with three of five dogs. The seniors, Chief and Erma, spent their time on the cushions near the bed. I went into my study to eat … Continue reading →

“Deeds, go sit next to Chief so I can take your picture.” Deeds did what he was told.

Happy adoption day to Scipio! On March 10, 1917 Orville brought home a St. Bernard puppy he named Scipio. Orville’s father, Milton, wrote about Scipio in his diary that day: “Scipio came. He weighs 16 pounds. He is a St. … Continue reading →

It’s an overcast day but still fairly nice outside. I finished my Wednesday online classes and then hurried to Dayton International Airport to retrieve Mama Kay and Sue. They had a fantastic time in Arizona. Yesterday afternoon I began feeling … Continue reading →

It was a gorgeous day. I spent some time on the deck while The Fab Five played. Deeds could not decide with whom to play with the most. He darted between the other four and had a marvelous time. Chief, … Continue reading →

It was a beautiful day and I accomplished two things on my list: take a ton of broken-down boxes to the recyclable bin at the landfill and get a photo, or two, of Col. Deeds at The Deeds Family mausoleum … Continue reading →

Cold. Wet. Cloudy. It’s not a very attractive day, but it is what it is and my job is to make my day more energetic and attractive. In a while, I have a meeting at The Schuster Center of the … Continue reading →

We don’t have the beautiful warm weather that kept us spring-hopeful of the previous few days, but this morning is still quite nice with a temperature of 42 degrees. Last evening, I agreed to meet a former student, now performing … Continue reading →

It was quiet. Too quiet. When a puppy or toddler is in the house, “quiet” can be terrifying. But, this is what I found.

The morning is bright and beautiful. I finished breakfast, surrounded by The Fab Four and settled down to watch a documentary with Bailey snuggling on my neck. Harrigan and Deeds are snuggled at my feet. I just finished a documentary … Continue reading →

Monday, the windows and doors were open. Tuesday, the windows and doors were closed and a coat was needed. Still, the day was beautiful. Until it was time to teach my on-line classes for my friend, I remained in bed … Continue reading →

There were many hard working students, today, and I am both proud and grateful for all their fine efforts. Tomorrow, before teaching a class on Zoom for a friend on sabbatical, I am hoping to run to one of the … Continue reading →

We have been blessed with another beautiful day in The Miami Valley and I wish I had the time to go outside and walk but the day has gotten away from me. Last evening, Laura and I had a delicious … Continue reading →

Col. Deeds has officially been a part of The Haasienda one full month. He is fun, fast to learn, entertaining and energetic, an affectionate snuggler, curious, and growing. Deeds’ legs are now getting that spindly-look and he can no longer … Continue reading →

What a day it has been! I took advantage of a couple of additional sleep hours before showering and going to lunch with a teaching colleague, Carol Chatfield. We try to grab time as often as possible, and I think … Continue reading →

My twin bed is raised up on four 9-inch risers so that it is easier for me to sit. Col. Deeds, with the aide of the cat hut, can now easily get up and down. The other afternoon I was … Continue reading →

The Fab Five loved being outside most of the day.

The weather is delightful for this triumphal entry into March. The Fab Five and I have been on the deck since 11 AM, nearly minty now, and my soul and body are feeling greatly rejuvenated. I may spend the day … Continue reading →

“Dear March—Come in—(1320)” Emily Dickinson – 1830-1886 Dear March—Come in—How glad I am—I hoped for you before—Put down your Hat—You must have walked—How out of Breath you are—Dear March, how are you, and the Rest—Did you leave Nature well—Oh March, Come … Continue reading →

It was a great day and we had mild temperatures, no rain, and no tornadoes. It was a generous day of being with the regular Tuesday gang for Taco Tuesday, teaching, going to dinner and a choral concert with a … Continue reading →

What a superb concert by The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra at The Schuster Center for the Performing Arts. Marvelous! The concert opened with Grazyna Bacewicz’s, “Overture.” I was not familiar with the composer or his work but found it delightful. Ahhh. … Continue reading →

They will let anyone in to a DPO concert. And how glad I am that they allowed me in because I got to see my dear friend, Chuck Johnson, and I finally got to meet his lovely wife, Teresa!

It’s a chilly evening and I am really excited to hear The Dayton Philharmonic Orchestra perform Tchaikovsky’s “Polish Symphony.” To my recollection, I’ve not heard this particular symphony.

It was a fine, fine day! Aside from this morning’s rest period, I actually feel as though I accomplished a good deal. Becca and Missy arrived with arms full of goodies for all of us. There are some new toys … Continue reading →

Sunshine. Mid-60s. Bright blue sky. This is perfection! Last night, at 2 AM, I woke and could not settle back into sleep. I was still in gut discomfort and I am not sure if that was the reason for waking … Continue reading →