Category Archives: Friends

Texas, At Last

Posted on 26 August 2010 by Valarie

We are sort of settling in here in Austin.  The move went very smoothly.  We had wonderful help from our amazing friends on both ends of this journey.  In North Carolina, we had a small army to help us pack … Continue reading →

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The Scarlett Method

Posted on 10 August 2010 by Valarie

I can’t think about that right now. If I do, I’ll go crazy. I’ll think about that tomorrow. ~Scarlett O’Hara in “Gone With The Wind” We are down to the wire now, and are frantically working to finish packing everything … Continue reading →

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It’s Getting Tougher

Posted on 28 July 2010 by Valarie

When we first started talking, well, perhaps whispering is more accurate, about moving back to Texas, it didn’t seem real.  We discussed all the things we love about Texas, such as the people, the politics, our family and friends there.  … Continue reading →

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May I Recommend. . . ?

Posted on 22 July 2010 by Valarie

My dear friend, Angela F., has started a blog.  She is a wonderful Christian woman who has been through the ‘real world’ and lives to tell the tale!   She is also a gifted writer.  And, last but not least, … Continue reading →

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Austin

Posted on 15 July 2010 by Valarie

Alex and I got to Austin on Tuesday afternoon.  It is, ah, much bigger than I remembered! We are staying with my friend, the amazing Donna F., who is treating us like royalty! We started the house-hunting process right away, … Continue reading →

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Bittersweet

Posted on 21 May 2010 by Valarie

Time has been flying by me lately, and I have had the feeling of not being able to slow down long enough to catch my breath as my life keeps rushing by me at the speed of, well, life!  The … Continue reading →

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Colorado Trail

Posted on 17 April 2010 by Valarie

I just wanted to brag a bit on Alex!  He will graduate from our humble homeschool next month, and to celebrate, he is going to fly out to Denver, meet up with a friend and hike the Colorado Trail!  It … Continue reading →

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2009 In Review, Part 1

Posted on 31 December 2009 by Valarie

I think I’ve mentioned before that I’m not nearly so entertaining as Dave Barry, but I still do my best to do some sort of  “Year In Review”, although usually it is in the form of a newsletter that I … Continue reading →

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Happy Thanksgiving!

Posted on 26 November 2009 by Valarie

Just wanted to wish everyone a Blessed and Happy Thanksgiving! There is so much horror in our world, I am grateful to have at least one day out of the year to just focus on blessings. I am grateful, most … Continue reading →

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Death is About the Living

Posted on 20 June 2009 by Valarie

A week ago today we found out that a young man we all knew had drowned.  His family goes to our church, and his younger sister and brother are friends with Alex and Faith.  They are fellow homeschoolers, and 4-Hers.  … Continue reading →

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Happiness Comes In Small Packages

Posted on 5 June 2009 by Valarie

Well, just when I thought the sadness was going to engulf our house, I had a visit from an old friend and her adorable baby to cheer me up!  Now, I am not one of those people who thinks that … Continue reading →

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What to blog?

Posted on 5 May 2009 by Valarie

I’ve been reading a lot of really good blogs lately, and can’t help but think that there are so many ways that I could improve this one.  I could make it look more “professional”, somehow.  I could focus on just … Continue reading →

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Fathers, Daughters, Love & Stuff

Posted on 13 February 2009 by Valarie

Today has been a really wonderful, busy, day. This afternoon, we attended the Annual Homeschool Valentine’s Skating Party.  It is always a lot of fun, and the kids love it.  Alex gets to flirt with all the pretty girls, (and … Continue reading →

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One Week and Counting

Posted on 9 January 2009 by Valarie

Gaylon has been in Texas for a week now, and as predicted, our lives have kept rushing right along. We all miss him, and can’t wait until he comes home for a vist.  But we have stayed very, very busy.  … Continue reading →

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Randomness (II)

Posted on 20 December 2008 by Valarie

I don’t  have anything in particular to say, really, just a lot of random thoughts I would like to share.  Starting with clothing.  Mom and I went Christmas shopping yesterday at the mall down in Greenville.  Our annual tradition is … Continue reading →

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