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IF… Rudyard Kipling

If you can keep your head when all about you Are losing theirs and blaming it on you, If you can trust yourself when all men doubt you But make allowance for their doubting too, If you can wait and … Continue reading

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Fairmont Commencement 2011 – Now Streaming on District Website

The Kettering City School District partnered with Wright State University’s Nutter Center to present the 2011 Kettering Fairmont High School Commencement Ceremony via live streaming video on June 2nd. This was a great way for family members and friends who … Continue reading

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Life Expectancy Explained

As my friend, Debbie Allen, said, “I get it, now!” On the first day, God created the dog and said, “Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks past. For … Continue reading

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Uncles & Nephews

Crossing the Bar (1889) by Alfred, Lord Tennyson (1809-1892) Sunset and evening star, And one clear call for me! And may there be no moaning of the bar, When I put out to sea, But such a tide as moving … Continue reading

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Sculptures of Native American scenes made out of paper

These are incredible!!! You can watch the attached video, or you can see them: http://www.telegraph.co.uk/culture/culturepicturegalleries/7858939/Sculptures-of-Native-American-scenes-made-out-of-paper-by-Allen-and-Patty-Eckman.html Paper_Sculptures.pps

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“Top Ten Things Overheard During Oprah's Last Show”

10. “I hope her retirement finances are in order” 9. “Here comes Cruise — hide the couch!” 8. “Hey, wasn’t she ten pounds lighter in the first half of this show?” 7. “Ready for a 48-hour retrospective of my most … Continue reading

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Today at CARILLON PARK….. be there!

I am heading to the park around 5:00pm to set up our chairs and to section out an area for those who wish to join us. Date: Sunday, May 29th, Rain date Monday, May 30th Park Opens: 11:00 a.m. – … Continue reading

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Fireworks at the Dayton Heritage Festival!

Don’t miss this great event!! Date: Sunday, May 29th, Rain date Monday, May 30th Park Opens: 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Admission: FREE ($5 per car for parking) Fireworks! Presented by: Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Spectacular illumination of Deeds Carillon … Continue reading

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Midnight Run

Around 3:15am Chief woke me by hopping off the bed, and sitting in front of the gate to the bedroom, occasionally turning around to look at me in the dark. Fortunately, I felt him get off the bed. After a … Continue reading

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Letterman's Top Ten

“Top Ten Reasons Maria Shriver and Arnold Schwarzenegger Are Separating” 10. She finally saw “Jingle All The Way” 9. Maria’s nightly refusal to “pump him up” 8. The 25-year cross-species study had concluded 7. Turns out Maria is actually a … Continue reading

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A great argument on the subject of Natural Born Citizens

A great argument on the subject of Natural Born Citizens You who worry about democrats versus republicans–relax, here is our real problem. In a Florida State University classroom, they were discussing the qualifications to be President of the United States. … Continue reading

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Food, Music, History & Fireworks at the Dayton Heritage Festival!

Date: Sunday, May 29th, Rain date Monday, May 30th Park Opens: 11:00 a.m. – 10:00 p.m. Admission: FREE ($5 per car for parking) Fireworks! Presented by: Wells Fargo Advisors, LLC Spectacular illumination of Deeds Carillon and the grand finale fireworks! … Continue reading

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Jim King…

James F. King James F. “Jim” King, 88, Elwood, passed away May 15, 2011 at Community Hospital in Anderson following an extended illness. Jim was born Sept. 16, 1922 in Frankton, the son of Chester and Ruth (Braddick) King. Jim … Continue reading

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Letterman Top Ten

“Top Ten Surprising Things Found On Osama Bin Laden’s Computers ” 10. “Welcome to Pakistan” letter from Pakistan’s president 9. Plans to attack Reading Railroad when passing Go 8. Amazon order for tea towels for Will and Kate 7. Al … Continue reading

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Remembering Santa Claus… Jim King…

Before we were taught to write in school, Mother worked with me on my penmanship. In first grade, Mother began teaching me how to write cursive so I’d be prepared for second grade. In 1971 it was time to write … Continue reading

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Rascal News May/June 2011

The Rascal Animal Hospital is scheduled to open in the fall. The facility, which is located at 5830 Britton Parkway in Dublin, OH, has easy access off I-270 and is next to the Best Buy and Wal-Mart in Tuttle. The … Continue reading

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Bin Laden's funeral at sea….

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Catholic Heart Attack

A man suffered a serious heart attack while shopping in a store. The store clerks called 911 when they saw him collapse to the floor. The paramedics rushed the man to the nearest hospital where he had emergency open-heart bypass … Continue reading

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My Time-Warner email….

From an actual email I received from Time-Warner Cable…. The company is probably a charter member of the media literacy board..

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Springtime at Carillon Park & Patterson Homestead!

Easter Bunny Breakfast, Egg Hunt & More! Saturday, April 16 – 9:00 am Cost: Adult $10.00, Children 3-17 $5.00, 2 & Under Free. The Easter Bunny will make his stop at Carillon Historical Park for the annual Easter Egg Hunt … Continue reading

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Use of Bottle Tops to seal a bag

USE OF BOTTLE TOPS TO SEAL A BAG….. WHO EVER THOUGHT OF THIS SHOULD GET A GREEN MEDAL WHAT A GREAT IDEA. NO MORE TWIST TIES OR RUBBER BANDS. This method is WATER PROOF AND AIR TIGHT. GREAT! The guy … Continue reading

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…This Week…

I almost hate to see this weekend come to an end. I was so excited to see it arrive due to the hectic week; however, the fun I had with my sons Saturday and Sunday, spending time with them individually … Continue reading

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…Letterman's TOP TEN….

“Top Ten Things You Don’t Want To Hear From Your Air Traffic Controller ” 10. “I’m thinking of a runway between one and ten…” 9. “This is just ’til I can go full time at the toll booth” 8. “Say, … Continue reading

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150th Anniversary of the Civil War

Find us on Facebook Follow us on Twitter Forward to a Friend Featured Artifact A secret message inside Abraham Lincoln’s watch? The news reached watchmaker Jonathan Dillon in Washington, just as he was repairing Abraham Lincoln’s timepiece. On April 12, … Continue reading

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DailyOM: The Effect of Not Doing

DailyOM – When We Don’t Take Action March 30, 2011 The Effect of Not Doing When We Don’t Take Action Every action taken affects the whole as greatly as every action NOT taken. Life is sculpted on a moment-to-moment basis. … Continue reading

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