I gave Ella the video camera to capture our evening Sky Lantern launch. I’m pretty impressed with how well she framed things for the most part. Not bad for a 5-year-old!
What she misses in videographing she more-than makes up for in her voice-over dialog! I am a blessed Daddy! (You’ll know what I mean when you hear her tenderly-exclaimed warning, “be careful Daddy!”)
Note to self: give Ella the video camera more often!
Wilson D. Miller, 85, of Nazareth, Pa., formerly of Danielsville, PA. died Wednesday, April 13, 2011, at his home surrounded by his loving family. He was the husband of the late Ruth E. (Kleppinger) who died in October of 2006, and Alma E. (Buskirk) who he married in June 2007. Born in Bath, PA. he was the son of the late Daniel and Nettie (Deemer) Miller.
Wilson was a self-employed General contractor for 55 years and an Auctioneer for over 30 years in the Danielsville area. Prior to he worked for the former Bethlehem Steel Corp. as a foundry chainman for several years. He was a long time member of the Zion Wesleyan Church, Point Phillips, PA., where he also served as the Sunday School Superintendent for 45 years. A 20 year member of the Christian Businessman’s Association; He was a member and Past President of the NIMROD Hunting club, Belfont, PA. He was a member of the American Legion Post #899, Danielsville, PA. Wilson was a musically inclined individual able to play many different instruments. He was also gifted when it came to woodworking and wood craft, he owned and operated Will’s wood craft in Danielsville, PA. for many years. He served his country as a Seaman 1st class in the U.S. Navy during WWII.
Surviving along with his wife Alma are;
Two Daughters,
-Bonnie R. wf. of Abraham Sauder of Schwenksville, PA.
-Sally A. wf. of Pastor Paul Sheets of Middleburg, PA.
Four Sons,
-Rev. Barry Lee Miller & wf. Yvonne of Galax, Va.
-Glenn D. Miller & wf. Kimberly of Allentown, Pa.
-Bruce A. Miller & wf. Lynn of Danielsville, Pa.
-Brian C. Miller of Walnutport, Pa.
Two Step Daughters;
-Mrs. Maryann Deutsch of Nazareth, PA.
-Patricia wf. of Robert Pyle of Allentown, PA.
Step Daughter-in-law; Mrs. Barbara Konrath, Allentown, PA.
Two Sisters,
-Grace wf. of Rev. Earl Heckman of Wiconisco, PA.
-Mary Jane wf. of Allen Bohun of Delps, PA.
13 Grandchildren
19 Great-Grandchildren
6 Step-Grandchildren
13 Step Great Grandchildren
He was predeceased by 2 infant Sons, A Granddaughter; Stacia Sheets, 1 Brother and 2 Sisters.
Arrangements are being handled by Schisler Funeral Home, Inc., 2119 Washington Avenue, Northampton, PA. 18067.
The family will receive friends from 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM Sunday, April 17, 2011 at Bethany Wesleyan Church, 675 Blue Mountain Drive, Cherryville, PA. 18035. Funeral service will follow at 7pm at the church. Phone #: (610)262-2727 – Fax #: (610)262-4699
There will be additional visitation on Monday April 18, 2011 from 9-10am at Bethany Wesleyan Church followed by a Praise and worship service at 10:00am. Pastor Paul Sheets, Rev. Barry L. Miller, and Rev. Tedd Leininger will officiate. Interment will follow the Monday Service at Covenant United Methodist Church Cemetery in Point Phillips, PA.
CONTRIBUTIONS: May be made to the Zion Wesleyan Church Building Fund C/O the funeral home.
I had the privilege again this morning of being a guest on The Techology Show this morning. We chatted about a variety of subjects including Rob Bell & his book “Love Wins”. We also chatted in length about the book “Heaven is For Real” by Todd Burpo which I reviewed here a few months ago.
Here is the video of today’s podcast:
Thanks to Tony, Heath, Matthew, and Steve for inviting me again to be involved in this!
I love finding out what some of my peers are doing after I’ve lost contact with them due to distance and time since high school or college. One of my college peers, Peter Heck, has been up to quite a bit since graduation 10-years ago. Peter hosts a radio show called “The Peter Heck Radio Show“.
The Peter Heck Radio Show debuted in the summer of 2004 on 1350 AM, WIOU Kokomo which still serves as the program’s flagship station. The show, broadcast from central Indiana, is archived on the internet every weekday immediately following each show. The program’s weekly highlights podcast is followed around the United States. Peter has been heard on nearly 200 radio stations in the country courtesy of American Family Radio Network.
On top of his radio show, Peter is also a public high school teacher and a sought-after public speaker. He has some clips of his public speaking available through YouTube and I’ve been both entertained and inspired by a few of his clips:
One of his presentations, “God and Government” is one I’d love to have opportunity to attend:
Visit Peter’s website, Facebook, and even follow him on Twitter!
py·ro·tech·nics / Noun
1. A fireworks display.
2. A brilliant performance or display.
Tonight after shopping in Chambersburg, I realized it had been at least a couple of weeks since I’ve stopped in at Bravo Fireworks. It has been MONTHS since we’ve been able to launch a “Sky Lantern” due to the fact that I left my box of them at my Aunt and Uncle’s house in DC (I AM coming back for those, by the way).
So I stopped in. And of course I brought Ella in with me for a quick look-around. We got some great deals on a handful of items and headed home. Before going inside for the night I grabbed a lighter and we had a little fun. NOTE: when I was a teenager living in South Carolina, I NEVER thought that I would enjoy living in a state where “legal fireworks” consisted of ONLY things that had no bang. I am proud to admit that I was wrong – some of the legal fireworks we can use here in PA are TERRIFIC!
I captured a couple videos of our safe-fun tonight:
SKY LANTERN launch:
A “Speed Ball”:
Ezra LOVES “Bang Snaps”:
