Category Archives: Parenting

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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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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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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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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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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…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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…Now, Sunday…

Posted on February 22, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Another busy week behind us… Beginning last Monday I was not feeling well, and my temperature hovered around 100-101 degrees. My sister-in-law, Stacia, had been taken ill with strep last weekend, and then my brother, Destin, got it this week. … Continue reading →

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…Welcome to the 20th Century…

Posted on February 20, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Last night I told my son that I was officially a part of the Twentieth Century. “But, Dad, this is the Twenty-first Century.” Yes. That is true. But, I finally did a very Twentieth Century thing – I finally got cable … Continue reading →

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…Dad Daze…

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

There are some days when I just don’t see myself being old enough to be a father. And other days, I feel as though I am the age of a great-grandparent. Being a father is certainly an experience – and … Continue reading →

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…And the weekend is here…

Posted on February 13, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

The long week is over, and the weekend is upon us. Most of the week was spent in writing on the Wright Brothers’ musical, teaching, helping Jose with homework, prepping students for college auditions, cleaning the kitchen, doing laundry, building … Continue reading →

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Counting blessings…

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Jose’s youth group had an interesting discussion on how “doubt” is often crucial to faith. The youth were asked that upon waking this morning, count your blessings, and to walk through the next few days in a state of gratitude. My friend, Jeff … Continue reading →

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…And it's finally the weekend…

Posted on February 6, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

I cannot believe Friday is upon us, yet, I am so thrilled it is here.   Last Friday I had breakfast/lunch with Bill Hetzer, and taught the remainder of the afternoon. After teaching, I went in to watch TWO AND … Continue reading →

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…How Firm Thy Friendship…

Posted on January 25, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Tuesday, January 13th, began as any other normal day, and seemed to continue as such. My son, Jose, returned home from school at 3:15pm, having taken his 7th period final semester exam. I began teaching at 2:00pm, and was thoroughly enjoying … Continue reading →

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…Advice from the Bush twins…

Posted on January 23, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

I heard the recording of the Bush twins reading their letter on The Today Show… it was beautiful. What great young women these lovely gals have turned out to be. CNN) — Jenna and Barbara Bush know a lot about … Continue reading →

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…Cousins…

Posted on January 11, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

I have been blessed with numerous cousins on both sides of my family. Due to where I was born in the mix, most of my cousins are either older or younger, and growing up, I never felt as though I … Continue reading →

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Healthy Choices for Healthy Living…

Posted on January 7, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

The evening of New Year’s Eve, I received an email from a friend I’ve never met in person. We actually met on-line in an Internet group to which we both belong. This particular email resounded with me, as it seemed … Continue reading →

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Ringing of the bells…

Posted on December 31, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

Wednesday morning I drove to Columbus to attend the funeral mass of a friend’s father. I met Katie Pfister-Musick in the late 1980’s and absolutely fell in love with this incredible actress. Despite the various moves between the two of … Continue reading →

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Christmas 2008 and this week…

Posted on December 28, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

What a wonderful Christmas this was! Wednesday morning Jose and I left for Elwood at 9:30am. We had planned leaving Tuesday night, but due to the ice storm Mother encouraged us not to risk it. The drive to Elwood was … Continue reading →

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This week…

Posted on December 20, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

What a past few weeks – confined mostly to bed for rest, and battling a nasty sinus infection. My asthma kicked in and since it settles in my throat, I have been robbed of my voice. Finally, the end of … Continue reading →

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