Dateline Dayton — Following up on last week’s essay: Level heads prevailed within the California judicial system and baby Vanessa was not returned to Dayton last Friday. There will be an ongoing legal battle, which probably will take some time to resolve. The next court date here in Ohio is one week from today. I just hope the best interests of the child will be represented when this case gets before the judge.

The California Connection

Dateline Dayton — Dayton and California, specifically Orange County, have been making the national news this past week. A girl from Dayton gave her baby up for adoption and the baby was legally adopted by a nice lady in California.

Dateline Dayton — Since the Fourth of July fell on a Sunday, many of us got a three-day weekend, and some even four.

Dateline Dayton — This past weekend, Pauline and I traveled to Michigan to see our daughter and her family. Most of our trips are tied to another event, and this time was no exception. It was sale time at the University of Notre Dame.

Dateline Dayton — In my past couple of essays, I have mentioned John H. Patterson, and I would like to share some information regarding this influential civic leader, a giant in the history of my community who left enormous accomplishments as his vast legacy.

Dateline Dayton — I guess I’ll never learn.

Dateline Dayton — Every day we are bombarded with information about the BP oil spill. I am going to give you my two cents worth.

Dateline Dayton — Although I use a dandruff shampoo, every time I shower, my dander is up, this time caused by the Bishop of Phoenix.

Dateline Dayton — This past weekend Pauline and I traveled to Michigan, the city of Niles, for our grandson’s Confirmation.