Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy

In between lessons and just now catching up with a morning post. Nine Mary Lincoln day lilies for this day which is already hot and humid. I feel for those marching and performing in the Centerville Americana parade. Not much … Continue reading →

As the Kettering fireworks began, The Quartet was anxious so I grabbed a pillow and hit the floor in my study where four furry babies snuggled beside me, seemingly less stressed. I finished my biography of Theodore Roosevelt and began … Continue reading →

It’s moving in on 8:30 PM and this July Fourth was like most Sundays but with some additional items on my docket. Saturday night, I kept busy in my study, reorganizing and accomplishing more than I expected. My Sunday included … Continue reading →

It seemed only too appropriate that thirteen Mary Lincoln day lilies bloomed this morning on the eve of our national holiday celebrating the thirteen states who established independence from England. I fed the dogs at 8:00 AM and returned to … Continue reading →

There are many depictions of the first reading of The Declaration of Independence, two-hundred forty-five years ago and through the years, I’ve liked a number of renderings. Here are several of my favorites. Highly resolve to make it a great … Continue reading →

In six minutes it will officially be The Fourth of July and I’m on the deck in the most beautiful comfortable weather, listening to folks setting off fireworks. The Fourth of July. Lincoln’s birthday. Actually, any presidential birthday. Memorial Day. … Continue reading →

For many years, we would leave Dayton on July 3rd to arrive in Charlottesville, VA by evening so that we could tour Thomas Jefferson’s Monticello each July 4th morning and then celebrate the Naturalization Ceremony on the west lawn. In … Continue reading →

Most would find the breeze-filled 63-degrees uncomfortable but to me, after counting a dozen Mary Lincoln day lilies, eyeing the gorgeous blue sky, and feeling the vibes of the energetic day, it’s a Shangri La. Monday is our official July … Continue reading →

It’s Thursday evening, moving in on 7:00 PM and although I feel much better, I’ve accomplished precious little; I will take the feeling better… Tuesday night, as the rain was moving into The Miami Valley, I was feeling this incredible … Continue reading →

The breezy deck is comfortable, even with a 90% bit of humidity, dark rolling clouds, and a chilly droplet, here and there, but the twelve new Mary Lincoln day lilies are loving life out front of The Haasienda. A strong … Continue reading →

This has been an incredible past few days with the loss of a number of family friends who’ve lost loved ones. The Family of Ann Foley-Schoenwald: I went to Elwood schools and graduated with Annie’s older sister, Loris Foley, and … Continue reading →

Six Mary Lincoln day lilies are out front and Mama Kay’s hydrangeas and daisies are filling out the northern side of my “extended front yard” across the driveway. It’s a fairly light day with students on vacations or at camps, … Continue reading →

Condensed score: 8 Mary Lincoln day lilies. It is supposed to get to 92-degrees. Be safe in Washington and Oregon with your enormous heat. Barometric pressure is attaching the sinuses. Woo hoo. On to next lesson! Make it a great … Continue reading →

It’s been a damn fine day! Some wonderful progress with students and a number of items crossed off my list. It was a rather steamy day with the AC on in my study and the floor carpeted with The Quartet. … Continue reading →

Again, three new Mary Lincoln day lilies were bouncing in the breeze as I scoured the front yard on this exceptionally beautiful morning. My legs, upon wakening at 7:00 AM, and even two hours later during this writing, feel good, … Continue reading →

On a Saturday in June, 1992, our family gathered around the bed of Donna Mae Clary Barmes after she had been released from the life support technology. It was, and still remains today, one of the most brutally agonizing moments … Continue reading →

At 10:15 AM, Jenny Davis and I were heading south toward Lebanon to run an errand before entering the historic Golden Lamb restaurant. From their website: OUR STORY Since 1803, we’ve been a gathering place for our community and guests. … Continue reading →

Where the sun is not blocked by the front of the house, the yard is spotlighted in a glorious light and the light wind commands motion from the trees and anything that can sway and make noise like the wind … Continue reading →

This was quite a relaxing, fulfilling Friday Fun Day that lived up to the day’s title. The entire day was cloudy and rain threatening, spitting a few drops, occasionally. I decided to skip going to lunch at one of my … Continue reading →

My cousin, Judy, posted this meme and it has been so true for the month of June. It seems that June arrived this year, not only busting out all over, but she took off running at a full sprint! During … Continue reading →

I had declined getting an Apple Watch for a number of years because of the enormous price and the impracticality of having a watch when I haven’t worn a watch since the early 1990s. Josh and Dave convinced me not … Continue reading →

Five Mary Lincoln day lilies greeted me in the front yard and they are as beautiful as ever. Yesterday, I ventured to the DMV to get a new driver’s license, lunch at Skyline Chili, then bussed over to Target where … Continue reading →

A week, or so, ago, there were several articles about the owner of the Dayton Mall and Fairfield Commons Mall filing for bankruptcy. I’ve not been to the Dayton Mall in two to three years. When I moved here in … Continue reading →

The waiting area in the lobby of the Centerville DMB is either the Disney World of haunted house of horrors or and the enjoyment of every fun ride in the park. Today, mine was a full ride through the park. … Continue reading →

I strolled down Rockhill Avenue that Ts into Shroyer Road and thoroughly enjoyed every minute of the once seemingly quiet road that is now stretched out with energy and activity. There were a moving van packing up a homes and … Continue reading →