Category Archives: Indiana

…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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The Nephews…

Posted on February 12, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

This afternoon, I sent a note to my brother, sarcastically reminding him that it has been a while since I have seen photos of my youngest nephew and godson, Fred. There were tons of photos with Parker, his eldest, and … Continue reading →

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HAPPY 200th BIRTHDAY, MR. LINCOLN!

Posted on February 11, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Yes! This is an exciting day for me. As a child in elementary school I can remember calculating how many years before it would be Lincoln’s birthday, and how old I would be. Well, the day has arrived… 2009, and I … 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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…Weekend of Winter Guard…

Posted on February 9, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

The long, long weekend is over… If parents work shifts at the Winter Guard International (WGI) or percussion contests, money will be applied towards your child’s marching band account. So, I volunteered for Saturday. Kathy Symes, the parent coordinator, and … 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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…It was uncategorical – a stage burning oracle…

Posted on January 25, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

IT WAS TRULY SCRUMPTIOUS! “It was more than spectacular – to use the vernacular – it’s wizard, it’s smashing, it’s keen.” Forty years ago, I opened a Christmas present, and to my delight was a cast iron model of the … 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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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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December 23rd…

Posted on December 23, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

I had hoped to be home with Mother tonight in Elwood, but the ice storm as prevented us from heading out until tomorrow morning. I called Mother around 3:00pm, and we both agreed we should not chance it. Jose and … Continue reading →

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My son and Racial Profiling…

Posted on November 15, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning, I read this post on Elwood’s internet site. This particular post read:   In response to Obama’s complaint that FOX News doesn’t show enough Black and Hispanic people on their network, FOX Network has announced that they will … Continue reading →

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Bright Shining Moments…

Posted on November 9, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

This past week’s election seems to have ignited a multitude of bright shining moments – moments that have touched others in a deep, hopeful manner. This particular story was on Indianapolis’ Channel 8… INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) – When President Elect Barack … Continue reading →

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November 4, 2008

Posted on November 5, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

Tonight, an incredible dawn has begun to emerge. Though there will surely be some storms, we now have a captain that will steer the ship safely into the harbour. We have redefined our national spirit, and rededicated our vision to … Continue reading →

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Election Day…

Posted on November 4, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

It is 8:30am, and I will leave in a few minutes to cast my vote for the 2008 election. Right now, I am watching Barack Obama casting his vote. The first African American presidential candidate voting for himself to become … Continue reading →

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Dr. Robert Schuller on FAITH…

Posted on October 26, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

One of my favorite hours each week is listening to Dr. Robert Schuller on THE HOUR OF POWER. In the 1970’s, while in elementary school, my grandfather introduced me to Dr. Schuller – one of my grandfather’s favorite writers. I … Continue reading →

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The Man Behind The Counter

Posted on October 13, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning I woke rather late and rolled over to scan mail on my bedroom’s laptop computer. There was the message from Mother than another member, designated by Tom Brokaw as The Greatest Generation, had passed on. For myself, it … Continue reading →

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Candidates & The Arts…

Posted on October 11, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

Jeff Carter, my friend who is now the director of music at Webster University in St. Louis, always finds the neatest things. This was an incredible discovery! http://jeffreycarter.files.wordpress.com/2008/10/candidate-record-on-the-arts.pdf

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Joshua Logan – 100 (original post, 2008)

Posted on October 5, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

Today is the 100th birthday of my hero in directing, Joshua Logan. Joshua Lockwood Logan III (October 5, 1908 – July 12, 1988) was an American stage and film director and writer. Logan was born in Texarkana, Texas. His father … Continue reading →

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Labor Day Weekend – Part One

Posted on August 31, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

What a wonderful, wonderful weekend! Saturday morning, the house was all cleaned, and smelling fresh, the yard looked great, and the fence was adorned with red, white and blue bunting banners – a gift from my darling neighbor, Kay. I … Continue reading →

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What Can I Do?

Posted on August 28, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

This is a message I posted on one of my hometown’s websites, WILLKIE’S PRIDE. This morning, my sixteen year old son came into my study before leaving for school and said he was really frustrated with something in marching band. … Continue reading →

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Parker & Fred

Posted on August 4, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

My brother, Destin, had to come to Elwood for some business, and he told Mother he was bringing Parker, 3. However, he surprised her with Fred and Stacia. Here are some photos of Parker and Fred. Parker, age 3 Fred, … Continue reading →

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United We Stand… Divided We Fall…

Posted on August 2, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

“For united we stand, divided we fall And if our backs should ever be against the wall We’ll be together; together, you and I.” I remember the words to this song when I was quite young. It seemed to resonate … Continue reading →

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This week…

Posted on July 31, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sunday I delivered Jose to Wright State’s campus for marching band camp. He has a neat roommate, a sophomore who just moved her from Vandalia Butler High School. I spent a few minutes chatting with the chaperones – all friends … Continue reading →

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