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07/26/09 - NNHS Newsletter - Red Sector A
“When I teach about the Holocaust, I use it to try and get people - Ralph Leck |
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Dear Friends and Schoolmates,
Wow. Another Rush song in such a short time. And as I
mentioned just the other day, I'm really not a big Rush fan. I do like
this song, and especially its powerful video, though. It reminds me of the clips
my daddy, the late
Robert Buckley (John Marshall HS - '25) used to
show me when I was but a little bitty girl, lest someone sometime in the
future tried to convince me that the Holocaust never happened. He made
certain I never forgot.
BONUS - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FFTq71hWHcc - Red Sector A - Rush, 1984
From http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Red_Sector_A:
"Lyricist Neil Peart has stated that the detailed imagery in the song intentionally evokes concentration camps of the Holocaust. Peart has stated that while Nazi concentration camps of World War II were his primary lyrical motivation, he decided to abstract the lyrics so as to apply to the experiences of atrocity of any similar prison camp scenario.[1]
It also has to do with singer/bassist Geddy Lee's remembrance of his mother's accounts of the Holocaust, which she survived."
I may become a Rush fan yet.
40 YEARS AGO TODAY:
Saturday, July 26, 1969 - British Paralympian Tanni Grey-Thompson was born in Cardiff, Wales.
THIS WEEK'S BIRTHDAYS:
Happy Birthday today to
My Sister,
Eleanor Buckley Nowitzky ('59) of NC
AND
Bill Roady ('60) of VA!
Happy Birthday tomorrow to Harry Horace (Crystal River HS, FL - '65) of FL!
Happy Birthday this week to:
30 -
Don Chaney ('66) of MD
AND
My Daughter,
Adrienne Harty (Hillsboro HS,
American School, IL) of IL;
31 -
Helen Flax Kierstead ('58) of Ontario
AND
Anne
Sawyer Turpin ('65) of VA;
01 - Bette Heath ('57) of VA
AND
My Husband,
Paul Harty (Bardolph HS, IL - '61) of IL
AND
Betty Burton Gary ('65) of VA!
02 -
Roy Parrish ('61) of CA
AND
Eddie Beasley ('64) in Ethiopia ( or somewhere equally exciting)
AND
Sandra Tilles Snyder ('65) (deceased 03/11/99)
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/Happy-Birthday.html
Many Happy
Returns, One and All!
From
Phil Hammond ('64) of UT - 07/25/09
- "blocked":
Carol,
I haven’t been blocked but I also have not received any newsletters since 7/15. I went back several weeks ago and opened a deleted letter to see what was going on.
Regards,
Phil Hammond
Thanks, Phil!
The announcements become more and more difficult to cross cyberspace as
filters become more stringent. I'm glad that you found the best and most
reliable way to find new content is just to check the site itself:
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com
Some people - myself included - were blocked from viewing ANYTHING on the NNHS site since some time on Monday, July 20. This was through no fault of ours, but because some other websites using the 00freehost server were having problems of their own. I discovered late last night the block had been removed, but alas, it was back in place this morning. ARGHHH!!!
From Doug Nelson ('64) of VA -
07/25/09 - "Nonsense Songs":
Hi Carol,
So you say (http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/07-22-09--NNHS-Blue-Da-Ba-Dee.html) that you like nonsense songs, huh. Well, here are three more.
Gigi D'Agostino - Bla Bla Bla - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qrsuiD2y3c0&feature=PlayList&p=4054FFC4FDB782BD&index=10
The Numa Numa Song - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KfEE_nYehZ8
Basshunter - Dota - http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OzWIFX8M-Y&feature=related
Nonsense songs seem to be in with kids these day from what I can tell. So does the word "random" that you use in your introduction to the song "Blue (Da Ba Dee").
These are all
delightfully goofy, Doug! Thanks so much!
I was not familiar with any of them, but I think there's probably always
been a demand for nonsense and nonsensical songs. After all, 1943 gave us
Mairzy Doats:
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Mairzy_Doats
From Ron Miller ('59) of NC - 07/25/09 - "Re-invented song":
http://videos.komando.com:80/2009/06/18/african-thunderstorm/
OH, WOW! Thanks,
Ronnie!
We've posted this a couple of times, but I wouldn't want anyone to miss
it, because it is so very, very cool!
From My #2 Son,
Brent Harty (Hillsboro HS,
IL - '90) of TX - 07/25/09 - "the noblest profession...":
I got this from one of the guys in Terry's Texas Rangers group. Thought you'd like it and share it with others who would enjoy it.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LL-0mdEg0U4&feature=related - Here's to the Heroes: A Military Tribute
love bh
Brent Harty
"You may be
whatever you resolve to be."
General Thomas "Stonewall" Jackson
"FIRST TO FIRE!"
http://www.8thmissouricavalry.
http://
http://civilwarhartys.
http://www.hartyhistory.
WOWZERS!!! Thank
you, Brent - for everything!
From My Niece, Shari, of VA - 07/25/09 - "Weekend Email":
This coming week is a busy one for me, so I'm sending this out early.
http://www.grand-illusions.com/
Grand Illusions.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dtJ0dHK5WHQ
Shinedown-Sounds of Madness This is metal, so some of you may not like it.
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"There will be a time when loud-mouthed, incompetent
people seem to be getting the best of you. When that happens, you only have
to be patient and wait for them to self destruct. It never fails."
--Richard Rybolt
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Eight Gifts
Below are eight gifts that don't cost a cent to give.
1) THE GIFT OF LISTENING...
But you must REALLY listen. No interrupting, no daydreaming, no planning
your response. Just listening.
2) THE GIFT OF AFFECTION...
Be generous with appropriate hugs, kisses, pats on the back and handholds.
Let these small actions demonstrate the love you have for family and
friends.
3) THE GIFT OF LAUGHTER...
Funny pictures. Share articles, funny stories and funny greetings. Your
gift will say, "I love to laugh with you."
4) THE GIFT OF A WRITTEN NOTE...
It can be a simple "Thanks for the help" note or a full sonnet. A brief,
handwritten note may be remembered for a lifetime, and may even change a
life.
5) THE GIFT OF A COMPLIMENT...
A simple and sincere, "You look great in red," "You did a super job," or
"That was a wonderful meal" can make someone's day.
6) THE GIFT OF A FAVOR...
Every day, go out of your way to do something kind. Helping elderly cross
the road can be nice.
7) THE GIFT OF SOLITUDE...
There are times when we want nothing better than to be left alone. Be
sensitive to those times and give the gift of solitude to others.
8) THE GIFT OF A CHEERFUL DISPOSITION...
The easiest way to feel good is to extend a kind word to someone, really
it's not that hard to say, Hello or Thank You.
~Author Unknown~
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Like most puppies, mine is not finicky about what
he puts in his mouth. He Eats anything. But the day he swallowed a quarter,
I panicked and called the vet.
"What should I do?" I pleaded over the phone.
My extremely laid-back vet answered calmly, "Swallowing a quarter is nothing
to worry about. But if he does it again and a can of pop shoots out of his
butt give me a call."
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Ten Little Tips to Feel Happier
Right Now
1. Smile. Raise the corners of your mouth. Pretty soon the
smile will become genuine.
2. Breathe deeply and slowly. Focus your entire attention on each in-breath
and out-breath.
3. Take a walk by yourself. Focus on each step and on your breathing.
4. Count your blessings. Make a gratitude list. Everyone has thousands of
things to be thankful for.
5. Be thankful for those who serve you. Make a list of those you depend
upon. Everyone has many people who help along the way. Don't forget those
who grow and deliver your food, keep your electricity and telephone running,
provide emergency medical care, and protect the safety of your community and
your nation.
6. Forgive someone for something right now. Release the resentment and
anger. This practice is for you to become happier. Telling the other person
is a bonus.
7. Stretch your body. Do yoga, do qigong, or just stand and stretch.
8. Turn on happy music and dance. Don't stop 'til you're tired. Maybe join a
Latin Fitness Dance group. Maybe dance all by yourself. Choose music that
makes you want to move and keep moving.
9. Be of service. Find someone who has worse troubles than you and do
something nice for them today.
10. Have a conversation with God (or whatever you call your Higher Power).
Thanks so much,
Shari!
From Joyce Lawrence Cahoon ('65) of
VA - 07/23/09 - "CLEAN FUNNIES FOR TWISTED PEOPLE (#3 in a Series of 9)":
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 Joyce
Cahoon
GIGGLES!!! Thanks, Joyce!
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From My Niece, Shari, of VA - 07/24/09 - "~ Friendship~ (#2 in a Series of
8)":
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OOOH! Thanks, Shari!
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ALERTS:
1.
From Jane
Chambers of VA - 07/01/09 - "CNC BOOK BROCHURE & AD":
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/CNC-CNU/brochure(2).pdf
http://www.nnhs65.00freehost.com/CNC-CNU/CNC-Memories-Book-219390602.pdf
Contact Dr. Chambers at cncmemories61_71@yahoo.com.
Thanks, Jane!
2.
From Dave Spriggs ('64) of VA -
07/02/09 - "NNHS 64/45 REUNION PAGE UPDATES":
CLASS OF 1964, 45 YEAR REUNION PLANS
Attention all 1964 TYPHOONS:
If we have a current mailing address for you, then your 45th Reunion package was mailed to you on 23 June. In it you will find a letter detailing our plans for the reunion, a reservation form to be completed and returned to us no later than 1 September, and an input form for the 2009 Edition of the Old Rusty Anchor.
If you do not receive this package (or put it aside and misplace it - - yes, it happens), then you may find these same documents available to you on the NNHS web site at this address:
http://nnhs65.00freehost.com/reunion2009-64.html
These documents are in Adobe PDF format. If you do not have the free Adobe Reader, you may download and install it from this address:
http://get.adobe.com/reader/
You may print out the forms, fill them in, and mail them to us WITH YOUR CHECK.
We look forward to seeing you at the Newport News Marriott City Center on October 9th and 10th … and at The Chamberlin for Sunday brunch.
Best wishes from your Class of 1964 45-Year Reunion Committee.
Thank you,
Captain!
FINALLY:
From ArcaMax Jokes.com - 07/25/09:
Swimming with Sharks
Did you hear about the lawyer on vacation whose sailboat
capsized in dangerous, shark-infested waters? He surprised his traveling
companions by volunteering to swim to the far-off shore for help. As he swam,
his companions were startled by the appearance of two dorsal fins -- great
white sharks, heading straight toward the lawyer. To their surprise, the sharks
allowed the lawyer to take hold of their fins, and escorted him safely to
shore.
When the lawyer returned with help, his companions asked him how he had managed
such an incredible feat. The lawyer answered, "Professional courtesy."
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
5. Friday , Saturday, and Sunday, August 6, 7, and 8, 2010 - The NNHS Class of 1960 will hold its 50-Year Reunion at the Marriott Newport News at City Center. For details, contact Karen Weinstein Witte at kwitte@tampabay,rr.com. - CLASS OF 1960
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Y'all take good care of each other! TYPHOONS FOREVER! We'll Always Have Buckroe!
Love to all, Carol
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Carol Buckley
Harty
746 Hillsboro Avenue
Edwardsville, IL 62025-1821
618-530-9092
Words and Music by Geddy Lee, Alex Lifeson, and Neil Peart
(Rush, 1984)
All that we can do is just survive
All that we can do to help ourselves is stay alive
Ragged lines of ragged grey
Skeletons, they shuffle away
Shouting guards and smoking guns
Will cut down the unlucky ones
I clutch the wire fence until my fingers bleed
A wound that will not heal
A heart that cannot feel
Hoping that the horror will recede
Hoping that tomorrow well all be freed
Sickness to insanity
Prayer to profanity
Days and weeks and months go by
Dont feel the hunger
Too weak to cry
I hear the sound of gunfire at the prison gate
Are the liberators here?
Do I hope or do I fear?
For my father and my brother, its too late
But I must help my mother stand up straight
Are we the last ones left alive?
Are we the only human beings to survive?
"Red Sector A" midi courtesy of http://www.rushmidi.com/grace.html - 07/26/09
"Red Sector A" lyrics courtesy of http://www.lyricsfreak.com/r/rush/red+sector+a_20119892.html - 07/17/09
Image of David Mel's Painting, "Red Sector A", courtesy of http://www.genesissurfshop.com/shop/blue-horizon-p-422.html - 07/26/09
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!
Animated Army Flag clip art courtesy of http://www.angelfire.com/ny4/KevsGifsGalore/Patriotic.html - 06/18/03
Barbed Wire Divider Line clip art courtesy of http://www.cowboyclipart.net/horizontalrules/fences.asp - 04/30/08
Animated Tiny
Birthday Cake clip art courtesy of
Sarah Puckett Kressaty ('65) of
VA - 08/31/05
Thanks, Sarah Sugah!
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!
American School Logo courtesy of http://www.americanschoolofcorr.com/grads.asp - 09/05/06
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avy Seal clip art courtesy of http://www.onemileup.com/miniSeals.asp - 05/29/06
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!