Category Archives: Barak Obama

O, FOR HISTORY: Andrews Air Force Base… reminders

Posted on August 30, 2018 by Wright Flyer Guy

A short while ago I watched the ceremonial arrival of Sen. John McCain’s remains at Joint Base Andrews, formerly known as Andrews Air Force Base just outside Washington, DC.. The senator’s remains were transported on a plane from the presidential … Continue reading →

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THE FAMILY ALBUM: Along the tracks

Posted on January 6, 2018 by Wright Flyer Guy

I was fortunate to have grown up or to have at least known, all my grandparents, all but one great-grandparent, and only two great-great grandparents. I was even more blessed to know many of my great uncles and aunts, 2nd-great … Continue reading →

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Bucket Lists…

Posted on February 22, 2013 by Wright Flyer Guy

When the movie, THE BUCKET LIST, came out in 2007, the title worked its way into our vernacular.  One friend, an art teacher nearing retirement, will comment on various photos I post on Facebook that she is adding another item … Continue reading →

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Sam Waterston's Remarks at Monticello, July 4th, 2007

Posted on July 4, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

Sam Waterston�s Remarks at Monticello, July 4th, 2007 It’s wonderful to be here and a privilege, indeed, to congratulate you, the heroes of the moment in the great work of making and sustaining a government that derives its authority from … Continue reading →

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What Makes A Good Citizen?

Posted on January 23, 2011 by Wright Flyer Guy

July 4th, 2007, Jose and I were present for the naturalization ceremony that took place on the expansive lawn of Monticello, the mountaintop plantation of President Thomas Jefferson.  It was a poignant moment for me since this was also the … Continue reading →

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Keith Olberman on Islam Community Center

Posted on August 18, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

This was well said – finally, someone has presented the facts… Mr. Olberman also stated what I have been listing for weeks – the other Christian parishes immediately ON Ground Zero!!!

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A Muslim & Jewish White House?

Posted on July 31, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

In recent months, President Barak Obama has been needled by underground, or less-publicized media, and individual blogs for his support of Muslims celebrating their faith. I was just reading a passage in First Lady Hilary Clinton’s book, AN INVITATION TO … Continue reading →

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Posted on July 3, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

I belong to a home-town on-line group. The original premise of the group was to keep alumni connected, and to share stories about life in our little Hoosier community. Since the 2008 presidential election I have contributed little to the … Continue reading →

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We… Hold… These… Truths…

Posted on July 3, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

We hold these truths to be self-evident, that all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable rights, that among these are life, liberty and the pursuit of happiness.

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Thursday….

Posted on June 24, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

The deck, at 1:15pm this Thursday afternoon, is cool, breezy, and filled with the irregular musical tones of the wind chimes. My lunch is finished, and I am now set to blogging, and working on other projects. This has been … Continue reading →

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From The First Lady…

Posted on May 9, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy

A Mother’s Day message from First Lady Michelle Obama… (from WhiteHouse.Gov) Dear Friend, There’s no way I could ever measure all that my own mother has done for me. She is my rock. She pushes me to be the best … Continue reading →

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…The Rage Is Not About Healthcare…

Posted on March 29, 2010 by Wright Flyer Guy
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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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"When Irish Eyes Are Smiling"

Posted on August 29, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Last night, I sat propped up in bed like I was the King of England, typing away at my laptop resting on the hospital table (a great purchase so that I can work from bed in the mornings and late … Continue reading →

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…Two Cathedrals…

Posted on April 8, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

This morning, while working at my desk on LOVE IS ETERNAL, a musical about Mary Todd and Abraham Lincoln, I watched and listened to my all time favorite television program, THE WEST WING. This morning offered two episodes: the first … Continue reading →

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…South Shore Drill Team…

Posted on April 3, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

Thursday, April 2, 2009, I volunteered for the Winter Guard International (WGI) competition at Fairmont’s Trent Arena next to our home. I was working with Carol Dittoe at the volunteer check-in booth, and we heard there was an all-male guard … Continue reading →

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Wright Brothers’ great-grandniece at White House for bill signing

Posted on March 30, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

By Jessica Wehrman | Monday, March 30, 2009, 04:20 PM Amanda Wright Lane spent two years arguing that the national park devoted to her great-grand uncles Wilbur and Orville needed two more sites to fully tell their story. On Monday, … Continue reading →

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Ford Theater Reopens

Posted on February 12, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

President Obama speaks in front of the box where Lincoln was assassinated. WASHINGTON — President Barack Obama stood beneath the flag-draped box where Abraham Lincoln was shot inside Ford’s Theatre, honoring the “hallowed space” on the eve of the 16th president’s … 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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…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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…The Day of Days…

Posted on January 20, 2009 by Wright Flyer Guy

It is 9:11am, Tuesday, January 20th, 2009. I have been awake since 7:00am watching the beginning of the inaugural festivities. It is my tenth inaugural ceremonies to observe, but my eleventh swearing in of a president. I was in Myrtle … 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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Senator Caroline Kennedy?

Posted on December 15, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

 (CNN) — Caroline Kennedy, the 51-year-old daughter of President John F. Kennedy, has indicated her interest in filling the New York Senate seat being vacated by secretary of state designee Hillary Clinton. Caroline Kennedy has her eyes on the New … Continue reading →

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Congressman helps get OSU band in inaugural parade

Posted on December 14, 2008 by Wright Flyer Guy

By Jessica Wehrman Staff Writer Sunday, December 14, 2008 WASHINGTON — House Minority Leader John Boehner, ever the wiseacre, was quick with a funny when the Ohio congressional delegation started working to get the Ohio State University Marching Band into … 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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