Category Archives: Blogroll

The ultimate side-kick talks about his friendship with the former ‘Tonight Show’ host in ‘Here’s Johnny!’ Johnny Carson, the longtime host of “The Tonight Show,” was a TV icon — and behind every icon is a loyal second banana. For … Continue reading →

It was funny that I should receive three Emails on the same day, inquiring about my blogs. I really appreciate those Emails. I took the summer off from writing the blogs. I really don’t have a good reason for doing … Continue reading →

Last week, one of my 12 year old students – a terrific WWII nut – asked me why the small island of Iwo Jima was such an important strategic hold when it was mostly rock, volcanic sand, and a non-functioning … Continue reading →

1- I’d kill for a Nobel Peace Prize.2- Borrow money from pessimists – they don’t expect it back.3- Half the people you know are below average.4- 99% of lawyers give the rest a bad name.5- 42.7% of all statistics are … Continue reading →

Monday I received an Email from a student’s parent regarding a reschedule due to the mother needing to leave town for her cousin’s memorial service in Chicago. I responded with a few words of condolence, and learned shortly thereafter that … Continue reading →

Unless you know all four stanzas of the Star Spangled Banner you may find this most interesting. Bet most of you didn’t realize what Francis Scott Key’s profession was or what he was doing on a ship. This is a … Continue reading →

I got to thinking today about one of my former student’s grandmother, Molly McClure. Born as Mary Ella Karnes, in 1919, in Kentucky, her mother passed away a week after she was born and she was adopted by an uncle … Continue reading →

Two weeks ago, our pastor, Monte Stevens, gave a fantastic sermon that began with components of Walt Disney’s life. Since working with Larry Boye and Fritz Mountford, who were both directors for Walt Disney & EPCOT, I have had an … Continue reading →

Artists Rendering of the USS New York With a year to go before it even touches the water, the Navy’s amphibious assault ship, USS New York, has already made history. It was built with 24 tons of scrap steel from … Continue reading →

I am twenty-one years old today! Darin Lee Jolliff was born September 25, 1964. Darin Lee Jolliffe-Haas was born June 20, 1985. June 20, 1985, we all stood before Judge Carroll and our adoption was finalized. My birth certicate was … Continue reading →

LOL! Too funny! This has been an on-going joke since someone had to explain to me what a “fluffer” was! A friend of mine had this on her blog site and I had to borrow it.

Monday (June 12) began my summer schedule, which I love. I teach Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays in the mornings, take a two hour break and then teach from around 2:00pm-until 6:30pm. My first three days of the business week are … Continue reading →

Top Ten Hillary Clinton Campaign Slogans10. “Read My Lips — No New Interns” 9. “Reward Me For Putting Up With Bill’s Crap For So Long” 8. “Isn’t It Time You Were Disappointed By A Different Clinton?” 7. “Ask Not What … Continue reading →

Today would have been the 105th birthday of my great-grandfather, Virgil Barmes. Those who remember Grandpa Virgil tend to remember the outrageous practical jokes played by this witty, yet seemingly quiet gentleman. Virgil Barmes was well known in my hometown … Continue reading →

How Broadway’s Awards Evolved *********** The Tony Awards turned 60 June 11. Some two-dozen winners joined the select company of actors, writers, directors, designers and others who have made the trip down the aisle and up onto the podium. Over … Continue reading →

NEW YORK (Reuters) – Alan Bennett’s “The History Boys” won six Tony Awards including best play on Sunday, and the 1960s Four Seasons biographical show “Jersey Boys” overcame the stigma against “jukebox musicals” to win best musical. “The History Boys” … Continue reading →

Saturday morning, my family traveled up to Fowler, Indiana to celebrate the first birthday of my youngest nephew, Parker Leroy Haas, the son of my brother, Destin, and his wife, Stacia. More photos can be seen on my Yahoo website.

Photographs from the wedding and reception of my neice, Shaunna, daughter of my sister, Ann Haas Stewart.

A good friend of mine had this on her blog site and I had to post it as well – so funny! Today’s thematically appropriate video features Rowan Atkinson. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8-fdjZDuaw4

A Baker’s Dozen of Inspirational Thoughts from Dr. Wayne Dyer Share these pearls of wisdom with your Grad, your Dad, or anyone who may benefit from this practical advice for living a successful, positive life—everyday!Excerpted from Everyday Wisdom for Success. … Continue reading →