Category Archives: Blogroll

Sunday morning, my brother, Destin, arrived with several students, two trailers, and two pick-up trucks.  A family friend joined us, and within two hours, Mother, Destin and the students were heading Northwest to Fowler, Indiana.  They were met by more … Continue reading →

Last week, my cousin encouraged members of another site to please check facts before posting erroneous information.  Naturally, it fell on deaf ears because the respondents were too enthusiastic in adding to flaming the fires of misinformation. Friday afternoon, a … Continue reading →

News from Congressman Mike Turner U.S. Congressman Michael Turner News Brief Forward to a Friend | Web Site Honoring those Who Gave the Ultimate Sacrifice this Memorial Day Each year on Memorial Day, we honor the men and women of … Continue reading →

You want to see what fun I am having with the IRS?? They are disputing Quintin’s adoption, and that I should never have claimed him as an adopted dependent to receive the earned “adoption credit” of $13,000 – which is … Continue reading →

The 2012 Haasienda Grooming is nearly done. 11:30am, the festivities began with running errands, and returning home to a solid six and one half hours of work.  We were so pumped over the accomplishments we didn’t realize it was long … Continue reading →

My first year in 7th grade band at Elwood Junior High School, we were scheduled with the 8th grade band on the first day.  The saxophones were seated in front of the trumpets, and I was seated with 8th grade … Continue reading →

Dayton Heritage Festival Sunday, May 27, 2012 at Carillon Historical Park 11:00am – 10:00pm Presented by Time Warner Cable Fireworks Presented by Wells Fargo FREE ADMISSION ($5 parking per car) It’s a Memorial Day weekend to remember with an old-fashioned … Continue reading →

The day is rather quiet, but has definitely been busy.  A trip to the store to buy a hose for the front yard, followed by mowing, trimming and blowing the front yard. Now, I am seated on my deck.  Lunch … Continue reading →

The week was busier than usual, but sped by so quickly that I had to continually stop to remind myself what day it was. Monday I purchased my impatiens from the Fairmont Industries plant sale – my annual purchase – … Continue reading →

This is a wonderful project by Richard Chenoweth.  Please take a few minutes to read the article, and watch the video:  The Most Beautiful Room in the World  

I am now the proud gardener/owner of Mary Todd Lilies thanks to Jim McCutcheon & Debbie McCutcheon! Be watching for these in the front yard of The Haasienda! ‘Mary Todd’ has stunning large 4- to 6-inch bright yellow softly ruffled and crimped blooms. … Continue reading →

In 1986 or 1987, I was doing research for a music composition project while a student at Ball State University. My project was based around the life of President Lincoln, and eventually transformed into the musical, LOVE IS ETERNAL: Mary … Continue reading →

The evening teaching schedule ended early since students are with choirs competing in the OMEA state competition, or performing in musicals. The deck is peaceful… birds are singing… a breeze has conquered the humidity… the speaker from the track meet next … Continue reading →

Each week throughout this current school year, 53 students, arriving for lessons, stepped over the threshold that leads into my home. This number does not include the accompanying parents, siblings, and sometimes, friends. I have eleven seniors this Spring, and … Continue reading →

The Jolliffe-Haas Family of Ohio   …A Little About Darin… Darin was born in Elwood, Indiana in 1964. Since he premiered the same night as the television sitcom, BEWITCHED, he has been a lifelong fan of the program. Darin Jolliffe (pronounced, … Continue reading →

Yesterday evening, I read about all the things my St. Louis friend, Jeff Carter, had completed in his own yard.  This morning I was motivated to take advantage of the beautiful weather, and impending rain showers, to hit some areas … Continue reading →

I changed my iPod’s name to Titanic. Now it’s syncing. When chemists die, they barium. Jokes about German sausage are the wurst kind. I know a guy who’s addicted to brake fluid. He says he can stop any time. How … Continue reading →

For all my photographer-friends! This is a wonderful easy, quick volunteer opportunity, or even a ministry. Please read the following information!   From: Linzy Munger <linzy@afamilyforeverychild.org> Sent: Fri, April 27, 2012 12:40:21 AM Subject: We need Ohio Volunteers! “It’s one … Continue reading →

Connect A Million Minds Program Presented by: Time Warner Cable Buildings from the Ground Up (No fees required!) April 17 3:30pm – 5:00pm This program introduces students to the building methods and materials found on many Miami Valley buildings. Students … Continue reading →

The Fairmont Band Boosters are beginning their frozen food project, Friday, April 13th, 2012.  Once again, the boosters are pleased to work with the local company, Schairbaum Enterprises. The French Bread Pizzas have been great sellers since our local company began … Continue reading →

Research Opportunities at Wells Institute Welcome Spring!!! We at Wells Institute are excited about presenting new research opportunities in the area of Type 2 Diabetes, Diabetic Neuropathy, High Blood Pressure, IBS, COPD and Post Shingle Pain. If you are unemployed … Continue reading →