Monthly Archives: August 2008

My Campaign Endorsement

Posted on 29 August 2008 by Valarie

Most newspapers give endorsements to particular candidates during election times.  So, here at “Chasing Thoughts. . .” I have decided to unveil my endorsement for the presidential race.  I know, everybody has been dying to know who I will endorse, … Continue reading →

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Barack and the Bible

Posted on 26 August 2008 by Valarie

I think it’s best to let the man speak for himself. Please note that this speech was made on June 26th. Two months ago today.

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End of Summer?

Posted on 25 August 2008 by Valarie

Packaging is everything.  So, in an attempt to get folks excited about summer coming to an abrupt halt, and in the spirit of American Commercialism, everywhere we look these days there is some sign, poster, or advertisement that says “Back … Continue reading →

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Images from the Road

Posted on 24 August 2008 by Valarie

I just wanted to let everybody know that I have finally finished uploading all the pictures I took along the way and while we were in Texas this month.  If you just click on one of the pictures on the … Continue reading →

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Old Family Photos

Posted on 21 August 2008 by Valarie

I had a friend tell me that she wash hoping that I would post some pictures from my Aunt Bobbie’s photo album. And, actually, I have been meaning to, but well, one thing leads to another. So, without further ado, … Continue reading →

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The Adams Album

Posted on 14 August 2008 by Valarie

While we were in Texas, one of the most exciting things I got to do was scan all of the pictures in a photo album belonging to my Aunt Bobbie. Her grandmother gave it to her mother 105 years ago!!! … Continue reading →

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Home At Last

Posted on 14 August 2008 by Valarie

We finally got home from Texas yesterday.  My aunt is doing much better, although she is not out of the woods yet.  I am so glad that we went to see her!  She is so precious to me. I do … Continue reading →

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Some Like It Hot

Posted on 9 August 2008 by Valarie

Last night, we got to eat Mexican food.  At La Bodega on Big Spring Street in Midland. REAL Mexican food!!!  Tex-Mex.  The stuff that God eats.  After eating “Mexican Food” in North Carolina for 14 years, it is always a … Continue reading →

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Texas

Posted on 9 August 2008 by Valarie

We got to Midland, Texas on Wednesday.  Even though I grew up in this part of the country, I am still always shocked to see how FLAT and BROWN it is here.  There just are not any hills or trees. … Continue reading →

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We’re On Our Way

Posted on 5 August 2008 by Valarie

So yesterday we drove all the way to Canton, Mississippi. Yeah, it’s a really long drive.  But, the weather was great and the kids got along great, so all is well.  I chose Canton because it is the little town … Continue reading →

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