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“It is not flesh and blood but the heart which makes us fathers and sons.” - Johann Christoph Friedrich von Schiller (10 Nov 1759 – 09 May 1805) |
Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
The theme music for today's Holiday
Edition come to you from
Cheryl Mays Howard ('66) of VA - 06/19/09 - "Father's Day song...":
In honor and memory of all our dads....my cousins Johnny and Tommy Cash... sing "That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine".
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HOgp4fw_VTk
Peace &
Blessing,
Cheryl
Thanks, Cheryl!
A very
Happy Father's Day
to all the daddies and granddaddies in our midst - and indeed to us all, as we
remember our own fathers!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Fathers-Day.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/06-20-04-NNHS-Happy-Fathers-Day.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/06-18-06-NNHS-Fathers-Day.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/06-17-07-NNHS-Fathers-Day.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/06-15-08-NNHS-Fathers-Day.html
EXTRA BONUS - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=J3O-Vwgs1NE - That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine - Gene Autry
HOMEWORK:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Father's_Day
http://www.holidays.net/father/
http://wilstar.com/holidays/fathers.htm#HISTORY
THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:
Happy Birthday
today to
Ralph Goldstein ('57)
AND
Kelly Loose Bustamante ('58) of VA
AND
Terry Haney ('66) of VA!
Happy Birthday
tomorrow to
Jim Cobb ('66) of VA!
Happy Birthday this week to:
24 -
My Cousin, Jean Atkinson Mallory (Warsaw HS / Rappahannock HS / John
Marshall HS - '65) of VA;
25 - David Lundquist ('57)
AND
Glenn Dye
('60) of TX
AND
Jean Poole Burton ('64) of RI;
26 -
Fred Eubank ('64) of TX;
27 -
Jimmy Dick ('65) of FL
AND
My #1 Daughter-in-Law, Mary Bennett Harty (Litchfield HS,
IL - '89) of IL;
28 - Andrew Puckett ('57)
AND
Henry Hoyle ('65) of Northern VA!
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
Many Happy
Returns, One and All!
From My Niece, Shari, of VA - 06/19/09 - "HAPPY FATHER'S DAY CARD":
Wishing all you dads a super day.
http://www.riversongs.com/pg/f4.html
Thanks, Shari -
this is beautiful!
From Joe Madagan ('57) of FL - 06/20/09 - "Passing of
Tony LaPadies Class of 1957 NNHS":
Hi, Carol:
I hope
Pat (Beck Letzinger - '57 - of VA)
remembered to send you the notice we received that Tony passed away in
hospice a couple of days ago. There will be a private ceremony in Deland,
Florida.
I checked the Atlanta Constitution the last two days to find the obituary and to
forward the link, but his obituary is not listed yet. If you are searching for
Tony's Obit, his initials were H.B.L.
TYPHOON Regards,
Joe Madagan ('57) of FL
Thanks, Adonis, Pat did indeed convey that sad news to me.
Like you, I've been checking the Atlantic Constitution repeatedly to no avail.
Meanwhile, I've added Tony to the In Memoriam page for the Class of 1957.
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/SITE-MAP.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/memoriam-all.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/memoriam57.html
My condolences on
the loss of your friend and classmate, Joe.
From My #2 Son,
Brent Harty
(Hillsboro HS,
IL - '90) of TX - 06/20/09 -
"Re: BSA Fire Starting Methods":
Well, the question is speculative,
but I'd say this on the subject.
Fire by friction does work, but is tough to do if you don't have the right
materials. The story mentioned had a lot of parts put together by event
organizers, which seemed common, but in a pinch would be difficult to find all
at the same time. In a survival situation, one would be better off to come to
the outing (likely where you might find yourself lost or injured) prepared to
start a signal/warming fire with other items.
I think the best thing of the story is the memory made from such a unique event. How many years ago was that? I know I remember very clearly, almost like it was yesterday, at a camporee in Richmond, VA where our patrol had to start a fire with just one match. There was a scout, William (can't recall the last name so it must be because it has been longer than just yesterday!) who confidently made a little teepee fire lay with just kindling, and by gosh, that one match did the job handily! So I think the main exercise of those camporee events is the 'Wow' effect. In this way, memories are made with a basic skill concept given. But the key element is simply FUN! bh
Brent Harty
"You may be
whatever you resolve to be."
General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson
"FIRST TO FIRE!"
http://www.8thmissouricavalry.blogspot.com/
http://5thtexascavalrypartisanrangers.blogspot.com/
http://civilwarhartys.blogspot.com/
http://www.hartyhistory.blogspot.com/
Thanks so much, Brent; you're the best expert I know on that
subject!
That memorable camporee would have been in 1984 or 1985, so you're talking about
nearly a quarter of a century ago.....
From
Phil Hammond ('64) of UT - 06/20/09
- "Newest arrival at Deer Valley Resort":
From My #2 Son,
Brent Harty
(Hillsboro HS,
IL - '90) of TX - 06/20/09 -
"your Famous Soldiers site":
Hey Mom!
I was looking at your website at my entry (thanks by the way). I don't know what
criteria you use, but my last title with the BSA was a District Director. In
fact I held that title from '04-'08. Please update it when you can. Or just say
BSA executive staff.
OOPS!!!
Thanks for correcting that for me, Brent - and thanks for Kevin's image, too!
I've added him as well:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/SITE-MAP.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/famous-soldiers.html
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/famous-soldiers-G-L.html
From
Me
('65) of IL - 06/21/09, 1:11 PM - "Father's Day Poem":
This poem was read in church this morning, so I thought I'd share it with you now:
From http://www.leany.com/dog.htm:
I Wish My Daddy Was a Dog
by Elrod C. Leany
One day when Bruce was just a lad, first starting out in school,
He came into my workshop and climbed upon a stool.
I saw him as he entered but I hadn't time to play.
So I merely nodded to him and said, "Don't get in the way."
He sat awhile just thinking.... As quiet as could be,
Then carefully he got down and came and stood by me.
He said, "Old Shep, he never works and he has lots of fun.
He runs around the meadows and barks up at the sun.
"He chases after rabbits and always scares the cats
He likes to chew on old shoes and sometimes mother's hats.
But when we're tired of running and we're sitting on a log,
I sometimes get to thinking. . . 'I wish my daddy was a dog.'
" 'Cause then when I came home from school you'd run and lick my hand
And then we'd jump and holler and tumble in the sand
And then I'd be as happy as a little boy could be
If we could play the whole day through--just my dad and me.
"Now I know you have to work real hard to buy us food and clothes.
And you need to get the girls those fancy ribbons and bows.
But sometimes when I'm lonesome I think t'would be lots of fun,
If my daddy was a dog, and all his work was done."
Now when he'd finished speaking, he looked so lonely there,
I reached my hand out to him and ruffled up his hair.
And as I turned my head aside to brush away a tear,
I thought how nice it was to have my son so near.
I know the Lord didn't mean for man to toil his whole life through,
"Come on, my son, I'm sure I have some time for you."
You should have seen the joy and sunlight in his eye,
As we went outside to play - just my son and I.
Now, as the years have swiftly flown and youth has slipped away,
I've tried always to remember to leave some time to play.
When I pause to reminisce and think of joys and strife,
I carefully turn the pages of this wanderer's book of life.
I find the richest entry recorded in that daily log,
Is the day that small boy whispered, "I wish my daddy was a dog."
From http://www.selfgrowthtest.com - 06/19/09 - "Watch Your Waistline":
Fitness and
Exercise - Watch Your Waistline – 5 Tips For
Eating Out This Father's Day
By Sean Barker, CPT, The Official Guide to Fitness and Exercise, June 16, 2009
Think twice about heading to the "all
you can eat" buffet this Father's Day as you maybe putting your waistline at
risk!
Follow these 5 simple tips to eating healthy while enjoying Dad's day out.
1. Never go to a restaurant starving! You are
setting yourself up for failure right from the start. Have a quick snack before
you go if at all possible. A piece of fruit, some mixed nuts or a protein shake
will help satisfy you without filling you up so you can enjoy your meal. If you
are really stuck, just grab a bottle of water on the way and drink it before you
arrive. This alone will help you avoid ordering the entire menu. If your family
is taking you to your favorite spot that you are familiar with and you are
really hungry and in a rush, avoid looking at the menu all together and tell the
waiter what you want as soon as they come to your table. This way you won’t cave
in to all the gut busting choices on the menu while you try to ignore your
growling stomach.
2. Once you arrive and sit down at your table, skip the
bread and alcohol. There is a reason they serve you this before your
meal. It’s because it has been proven in studies bread and alcohol stimulate
your appetite. The biological reason behind this is your body needs food to
absorb the alcohol so you don’t get alcohol poisoning. But if you’re anything
like me you still enjoy an ice cold beer or a vintage wine and you really want a
drink, stick to one glass of wine or one light beer without the bread and have
it in place of an appetizer.
3. When looking at the menu, remember that you don’t have
to order something exactly as its shown. This is your day and you or
(hopefully your family) are paying for the food, so don’t be afraid to ask for
certain dishes with or without certain ingredients. Even if you do opt for the
carb laden pasta ask for whole wheat pasta to sneak in a little extra fiber and
avoid the blood sugar crash of refined flour. Always remember to ask how large
the servings sizes are because most times the “single” portions these days are
enough for two or more!
4. You don’t have to be a nutritionist to know you should
stay away from the obvious food choices that are breaded, battered or deep
fried. Trans-Fats are not the new villains in this summers new
Transformers movie, they are deadly lab created forms of fats that are foreign
to your body’s natural chemistry and wreck havoc on our hearts and our health.
Also be wary of any dishes smothered and baked in creamy sauces. Just remember
to ask how the dish is prepared.
5. Go for any lean protein source such as beef, chicken,
pork or fish. Nothing beats lean cuts of muscle building meat seared over
a hot flame. Pair it with any side dish like a green salad or fresh grilled
veggies. Think protein and fats for your meal and avoid the processed carbs
unless you are running a marathon the next day.
Take the time to relax and eat slow, have some good conversation with others,
and learn to enjoy the whole dining out experience instead of just focusing on
filling your gut.
…and if it’s a special occasion like Father’s Day and you do want to treat
yourself go ahead and enjoy it and get back to your healthy habits the very next
meal.
Because the stress from “food guilt” just might be worse than the food itself…
Sean is a busy dad fitness expert at
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Author's Bio
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shifts of dayshifts AND nightshifts, up to 84 hours a week. He is ALSO a
nationally certified personal trainer who runs his own fitness business and has
a passion for helping others, but more importantly, Sean is a proud father and
loving husband.
Additional Resources on Fitness and Exercise can be found at:
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DATES TO REMEMBER:
1. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 4, 5 and 6 (Labor Day Weekend), 2009 - The Class of 1969 will hold its 40-Year Reunion at the Point Plaza Hotel, Newport News, VA. For details, see: http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion2009-69.html and contact Jean Baker Howell at hokie13mom@cox.net
- OPEN TO ALL NNHS ALUMNI2. Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, September 18, 19, and 20, 2009 -
The Warwick High School Class of 1959 will hold its 50-Year Reunion at the Marriott Newport News at City Center, Newport News, VA. For details, contact WHSREUNION1959@aol.com - WHS CLASS OF 19594. Friday and Saturday, August 6 and 7, 2010 - The NNHS Class of 1970 will hold its 40-Year Reunion. Friday night they will all meet at RJ's; Saturday night will be at the Kiln Creek Golf & Country Club. For details, contact Carol Comer Cutler at ca23comerww@aol.com. -
CLASS OF 1970
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Love to all, Carol
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Carol Buckley
Harty
746 Hillsboro Avenue
Edwardsville, IL 62025-1821
618-530-9092
That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine
Words and Music by
Gene Autry
(29 Sept 1907 - 02 Oct 1998)
and
Jimmy Long
IN A VINE-COVERED SHACK IN
THE MOUNTAINS, BRAVELY FIGHTING THE BATTLE OF TIME, IS A DEAR ONE WHO'S WEATHERED LIFE'S SORROWS, 'TIS THAT SILVER-HAIRED DADDY OF MINE. IF I COULD RECALL ALL THE HEARTACHES, DEAR OLD DADDY, I'VE CAUSED YOU TO BEAR. IF I COULD ERASE THOSE LINES FROM YOUR FACE, AND BRING BACK THE GOLD TO YOUR HAIR. IF GOD WOULD BUT GRANT ME THE POWER, JUST TO TURN BACK THE PAGES OF TIME. I'D GIVE ALL I OWN IF I COULD BUT ATONE, TO THAT SILVER-HAIRED DADDY OF MINE. |
I KNOW IT'S TOO LATE,
DEAR OLD DADDY, TO REPAY FOR THE SORROW AND CARES. THOUGH, DEAR MOTHER, IS WAITING IN HEAVEN, JUST TO COMFORT AND SOLACE YOU THERE. IF I COULD RECALL ALL THE HEARTACHES, DEAR OLD DADDY, I'VE CAUSED YOU TO BEAR. IF I COULD ERASE THOSE LINES FROM YOUR FACE, AND BRING BACK THE GOLD TO YOUR HAIR. IF GOD WOULD BUT GRANT ME THE POWER, JUST TO TURN BACK THE PAGES OF TIME. I'D GIVE ALL I OWN IF I COULD BUT ATONE, TO THAT SILVER-HAIRED DADDY OF MINE. |
"That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine" midi courtesy of
http://rosemck1.tripod.com/jukebox-country.html - 06/20/09
at the suggestion of Cheryl Mays Howard ('66) of VA - 06/19/09
Thanks, Cheryl!
"That Silver Haired Daddy of Mine" lyrics courtesy of
http://deesongs.homestead.com/daddy.html - 06/20/09
also the suggestion of Cheryl Mays Howard ('66) of VA - 06/19/09
Thanks again, Cheryl!
"Happy Father's Day" title and Red Divider Line clip art courtesy of http:///www.patswebgraphics.com/father/father.html - 06/12/08
"I love you Dad" Image courtesy of http://www.junctionband.net/Calendar.htm - 06/20/09
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of
Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of
VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
John Marshall High School's Justice Scale clip art courtesy of Cheryl White
Wilson (JMHS - '64) of VA - 10/13/05 (replaced 02/23/09)
Thanks, Cheryl!
Army Seal clip art courtesy of Al Farber ('64) of GA - 05/24/06 (still
missing...)
Thanks, Al!
Replaced by Norm Covert ('61) of MD - 02/09/09
Thanks, Norm!
Litchfield High School's Purple Panther Paw Print courtesy of
http://www.litchfield.k12.il.us/ - 06/23/07Navy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
Marine Corps Seal clip art
courtesy of the late
Herbert Hice of MI
-
one of my
Famous Marines
who served in the South Pacific
during WWII.
Thanks again, Herbie!
Hillsboro High School's Topper (Band Version) clip art courtesy of
http://www.hillsboroschools.net/schools/hhs/activities/music2/Band/bio.html
- 06/07/08
Thanks, Mark!