Author Archives: Wright Flyer Guy

The above photo struck a tender, familiar chord with me. My wonderfully talented and personable cat, Logan, 1994-2011, was absolutely hilarious in all her antics that were all too often human-like. In my townhouse I had two windows in my … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day It’s Friday, which always means it’s to be a “fun day,” but today’s “fun” will be in the work/projects to which I will contribute the bulk of my time. Last night I attended the … Continue reading →

It’s here! The premiere concert is underway with an exciting amount in attendance and joy bursting all around. Families and friends are picnicking. Groups of family and friends gathered. Folks in chairs, on blankets, on the grass. It’s like a … Continue reading →

The day has been productive, again, marching the three previous days of this week. Endocrinologist appointment: Weight: 219 BP: 120/90 Blood Panels: Cholesterol and Triglycerides are all in great balance; kidney functioning excellent; A1C is high and my glucosamine is … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day I don’t mind the cooler 67-degree temperature this morning but the dampness from an apparent rain shower throughout the night has everything damp. It’s very quiet on the deck. There’s the familiar, practically unheard … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day Yesterday’sw five solid hours of progress was easy work but was mostly organizing and brain work, nonetheless. Much was accomplished for two days in just one day. Today, Wednesday, I shall tackle Thursday’s work … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day By 7 AM I was working at my deck table, enjoying the cool breezes that were remnants from last nights thunderstorms. I woke to a still overcast sky but could still see this beautiful … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day Normally my Sundays are a bit on the quiet side as I prepare to start my teaching week in the early afternoon; however, today is far from it. I spent last night downtown at … Continue reading →

I love the intersection of Fifth and Patterson streets in downtown Dayton. At this intersection you’ll find The Neon movies, Smokin’ Barbecue, Arby’s leading through the train overpass into the exciting little world of Dayton’s historical Oregon District. Tonight was … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day The breeze blowing through the deck is not strong enough to move the wind chimes but it’s refreshing. Not much on my schedule for today: Writing Dinner with a former student “Dayton’s Old Case … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day It’s 3:30 PM and my Friday Funday is moving to the closing side of the day. I was up and on the deck by 8:15 AM with the dogs fed and my own breakfast … Continue reading →

Throwback Thursday. Me with baby Logan in the Centerville americana parade, July 4, 1994, 25 years ago. Logan loved her little straw hat and would go to the closet, pull it out and bring it to me so she could … Continue reading →

April 23, 1968, 50 years ago this past spring, the newly announced presidential candidate, Bobby Kennedy, and his wife, Ethel, made a visit to my home town, Elwood, Indiana. During his visit, Senator Kennedy and his entourage dined at Mangas … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day It’s Thursday and my summer is still going but the teaching schedule is reduced due to upcoming master classes and Fifth Week (break). Yesterday afternoon I received a text message from a former student … Continue reading →

I was blessed to have been born into a family that understood the value of continually practicing laughter. Even during the dark or sad times we always allowed laughter to be a constant companion. Some of my all-time favorite memories … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day Tuesday was a complete washout with rain off and on the entire day and Wednesday seems to be a bit backed up with wetness lingering. Tuesday was busy but mildly relaxing. Today will be … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day It’s a beautiful Monday morning on the deck at 7:15 AM with some sprinkles still remaining from the rain throughout the night. It’s a busy teaching day with two new students taking some already … Continue reading →

I’ve always loved this spot which is the crown of woodland cemetery overlooking the city of Dayton below. I first discovered this lovely location in 1991, almost one year after moving to Dayton. A number of times, I would go … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day It’s July 29, a beautiful Sunday morning, but also a bittersweet day as I remember my dear little pal, Flyer, who passed away five years ago this morning. With only 19 minutes to spare, … Continue reading →

I spent a total of seven hours working on the deck, and I am exhilarated with all my progress. I fed the dogs, quickly showered and dressed, caught bus 17 downtown, ate dinner, caught a production of JESUS CHRIST, SUPERSTAR, … Continue reading →

MIAGD: Make it a great day I am calling this Saturday, “low key,” and I am already taking bets with myself as to how long this title will last. On my schedule for today: Some strategic planning prep work for … Continue reading →

I found this article to be of deep interest. I’ve always believed each of us have reasons for moving, staying, leaving the lives of others. I don’t necessarily like the word, “cosmic,”‘to describe items connected with myself, but prefer “spiritual … Continue reading →