Category Archives: The Haasienda

Grandpa Leroy…

Posted on June 3, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

June 3, 2004, on a Thursday morning at 10:55am, my grandfather, Leroy Barmes, passed away. Grandpa loved nothing more than to make people laugh.  In fact, it was his gift to us.  Of course, it goes without saying that he … Continue reading →

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A legacy of humor… Grandma Jones

Posted on June 2, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Today, June 2nd, would have been my great-great grandmother’s birthday. Anna Greenlee Jones, the daughter of Andrew Taylor Greenlee and Prudence Anna Ball, was born in 1875 in Boone Township, Madison County, Indiana. As young girls, Anna and her sisters, Carrie, Mary … Continue reading →

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Refreshing rain showers…

Posted on May 31, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

It is 8:40 on the last evening of May, and the long, extraordinarily fun-filled weekend has come to a close. From last Friday evening until an hour ago, Jose and I have been non-stop, and how wonderful it has been! Though I … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day, 2010 Style…

Posted on May 30, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

And the weekend continues… After leaving Wright State University’s production HELLO, DOLLY (see previous post), I chatted with Mother en route home. By 6:00pm, Jose and I were to two of our scheduled grad parties for Megan Weyrauch and Ryan … Continue reading →

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Cougars, Coyotes & Cutters… Oh my…

Posted on May 26, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

I finished teaching this evening and asked Jose if he would like to go to Hothead Burrito for supper – of course, this met with a resounding, “yes!” On the way, Jose commented that he needed to get his hair … Continue reading →

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Old River Park & Deeds Point

Posted on May 22, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

What a fun evening Jose and I shared at Old River Park and Deeds Point. At 6:00pm we pulled into Old River Park. The park first opened on June 3, 1939, for NCR employees and their families under the leadership … Continue reading →

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My Thursday morning….

Posted on May 20, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Yesterday afternoon, I took Jose out to the front yard to help me measure the length in front of the shrubs where I want to put a little stone wall just a foot or so off the ground. I handed … Continue reading →

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Wednesday…

Posted on May 19, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Yesterday was quite nice. It began at 2:30am when I woke after three hours of sleep – something I have experienced for several weeks. I returned to sleep around 5:00am and barely remember Jose coming in to tell me he … Continue reading →

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Rainy days and Mondays…

Posted on May 17, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Karen Carpenter said it best with… Since the early morning it has been a steady shower here in Kettering. The skies seem forbidden of allowing the faintest glimmer of sunshine through. Jose did a great job on cutting the lawn … Continue reading →

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Sunday morning on Shroyer Road…

Posted on May 16, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Last night sleep was not easy to come by last night. Prom nights always seem to keep me awake since I heard those hideous sirens in May 1998. I always have my worry-scope up and running during this time of … Continue reading →

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Ready… Set… Weekend!

Posted on May 14, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Yes! The weekend is almost here! I have a few lessons to teach this afternoon, and then on-going training at ACTION Adoption from 7:00-10:00pm. Saturday will be a day or writing, and maybe some yard work as long as I … Continue reading →

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Photos from Fowler…

Posted on May 10, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Here are some photo from my family in Fowler, Indiana. Pictured are my sister-in-law, Stacia, and my nephews, Parker (4), and Freddie (2).

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…Grandma Donna (1924-1992)…

Posted on May 8, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

Today, May 8th, my grandmother, Donna M. Clary-Barmes, would have been 88 years old. Here are some photographs of my grandmother throughout the years she blessed so many lives… especially, mine. Donna Clary in 1st grade; approx. 1929-1930 Donna with … Continue reading →

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A Spring Week…

Posted on May 7, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

My dear friend in St. Louis, Jeffrey Carter, is always a few steps ahead of me with technology (and a score of other things that raises my admiration and respect for him), and I figured out how I can write … Continue reading →

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…His Baton Is Laid Down…

Posted on March 8, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

(Written in September 2002) Thursday evening I was in the middle of teaching private voice, piano and saxophone lessons when I received Emails from my mother and sister telling me that Mr. Brugger had passed away.  Though not terribly surprised … Continue reading →

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John William Garrett Clary

Posted on August 31, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

John William Garrett Clary was born August 31, 1898, northwest of Elwood, Indiana in Madison County. His parents were John William & Mary Frances Noble Clary. His mother’s line came from Salisbury, Maryland, and settled in Clermont County, Ohio before … Continue reading →

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Lazy Sunday

Posted on August 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

I had every full intention of being more productive today but it clearly was not meant to be. Last night, Jose and I attended a “Poor White Trash Birthday Party” for our friend, Christi Salchak. It was a riot. The … Continue reading →

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STEP-OFF with the Marching Firebirds

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Late afternoon Friday the skies began turning gray, and rain threatened the Miami Valley. Just as Jose was leaving to report to the band room, the splotches of wetness began appearing on the sidewalk. Within minutes the deluge had begun. … Continue reading →

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…Uncle Ted…

Posted on August 26, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning I woke at 6:15am and pressed the On/Off button on the television’s remote control. There was a video showing the White House silhouetted against the rising sun… but the flag was lowered to half-mast. Within seconds my racing … Continue reading →

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…Back To Blogging…

Posted on August 25, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

God, how many times have I written that title over the past few years I have blogged. My cousin, Dana, and my friend, Jeff, are tremendous, faithful bloggers. I always try to use these two as role models with cooking, … Continue reading →

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…Sailing the South Pacific…

Posted on May 20, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday, May 17th, we held auditions for SOUTH PACIFIC. I was so impressed with so many of the teenagers, and there were a few that blew me away – I had not seen that level of performance from them. I … Continue reading →

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…Mother's Day…

Posted on May 10, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

It is May 10th, 2009… Mother’s Day – a day, in our family when we planted flowers. Mother’s Day – a day, in our family when we planted flowers. It is a day we celebrate our mothers, grandmothers, and all … Continue reading →

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…Out of the PAJAMAs and into a… grass skirt?…

Posted on May 8, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday afternoon, the production of THE PAJAMA GAME at Beavercreek High School ended. I am generally a little teary-eyed following a production, but this time I was relieved. April 14th, the orchestra conductor was fired and I was handed the … Continue reading →

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Catching my breath…

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

I feel as though I am finally catching my breath for the first time in a month. Where do I begin? Well, I am vocal director for Beavercreek High School’s production, The Pajama Game. The director and I are up … Continue reading →

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…The Isles of Innisfree…

Posted on March 16, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Tomorrow is St. Patrick’s Day – one of my favorite holidays (and I do not even drink). Eleanor Roosevet on her wedding day. Tomorrow is also the 105th anniversary of Eleanor & Franklin Roosevelt, the 25th Anniversary of my friends, … Continue reading →

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