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Go Tigers!!!!
Go Tigers!!!!
Wednesday, August 27, 2008
Go Tigers
I just have to make one more post before I leave. I will miss 2 Clemson games while serving in Africa. So, given I will be on the other side of the world come Saturday evening...
Last Post Before Africa Trip
This will be my last post before we head to Botswana tomorrow. Be sure to follow along for our journey from the Africa blog: http://adbcinafrica2008.blogspot.com/
We had a HUGE rain yesterday thanks to the remains of Hurricane Fay. It's not enough to end the drought but will bring some relief. We had a river of water going down the street almost the entire day. We are expected to get a little more today and through the weekend and Gustav may bring more depending on what course it takes from the Caribbean. Keller was one wet puppy at the back door yesterday. He was drier this morning when we went on our walk so maybe he finally figured out the dog house is warm and dry compared to the dirt under the back deck. Of course, Shadow didn't venture out past the garage yesterday.
Last night, I went to a town hall meeting with Rep. Bob Inglis regarding energy policy and the solutions needed to break our addiction to foreign and domestic oil. I heard some good things and some of the same old things too. But, it's good to hear we do have someone who is dedicated to the cause. Rep. Inglis has done his homework for a few years now and seems ahead of the game. Hopefully, some of the other members of Congress will remove the cotton balls from their ears and the cash out of their hands long enough to get something moving towards energy freedom. It's now or never.
Tricia and I also watched more of the DNC from Denver last night. I think Hilliary gave a great speech that really summed her entire campaign. I hope the party can get it's act together and move our country forward, regardless of who is elected, we will still have Republicans and Democrats in charge. Both parties need to grow up and get real and break their addictions to cheap and easy fixes that come back to haunt us and our grandchildren.
Well, I will climb down off the soap box and get back to work.
Please know that I couldn't do this Africa trip without you and your support. Thank you to everyone who has contributed and encouraged. I look forward to telling you more about what God is accomplishing in Africa very soon.
See ya!
We had a HUGE rain yesterday thanks to the remains of Hurricane Fay. It's not enough to end the drought but will bring some relief. We had a river of water going down the street almost the entire day. We are expected to get a little more today and through the weekend and Gustav may bring more depending on what course it takes from the Caribbean. Keller was one wet puppy at the back door yesterday. He was drier this morning when we went on our walk so maybe he finally figured out the dog house is warm and dry compared to the dirt under the back deck. Of course, Shadow didn't venture out past the garage yesterday.
Last night, I went to a town hall meeting with Rep. Bob Inglis regarding energy policy and the solutions needed to break our addiction to foreign and domestic oil. I heard some good things and some of the same old things too. But, it's good to hear we do have someone who is dedicated to the cause. Rep. Inglis has done his homework for a few years now and seems ahead of the game. Hopefully, some of the other members of Congress will remove the cotton balls from their ears and the cash out of their hands long enough to get something moving towards energy freedom. It's now or never.
Tricia and I also watched more of the DNC from Denver last night. I think Hilliary gave a great speech that really summed her entire campaign. I hope the party can get it's act together and move our country forward, regardless of who is elected, we will still have Republicans and Democrats in charge. Both parties need to grow up and get real and break their addictions to cheap and easy fixes that come back to haunt us and our grandchildren.
Well, I will climb down off the soap box and get back to work.
Please know that I couldn't do this Africa trip without you and your support. Thank you to everyone who has contributed and encouraged. I look forward to telling you more about what God is accomplishing in Africa very soon.
See ya!
Sunday, August 24, 2008
Jazz the Ripper
Here's part 1 from the Jazz the Ripper show for Music in the Woods at Paris Mountain State Park.
Remember the youngest member is 13 and the oldest is 17. Pretty amazing kids!
Remember the youngest member is 13 and the oldest is 17. Pretty amazing kids!
Saturday, August 23, 2008
Jerry Douglas at the Bohemian Cafe
Miles and I went to the Bohemian Cafe to see Jerry Douglas for the CD release party of his new CD, Glide. One of the best shows and he played a full set too with a crowded overflow crowd in rapture. It was very cool to be in Gvegas yesterday!
See ya!
See ya!
Montana and Yellowstone Video
I put together a quick video of my Yellowstone video and Bozeman area hikes with a few pictures. I used Neil Young's elegant "Natural Beauty" as the soundtrack. Enjoy!
Friday, August 22, 2008
Friday
Well, what a week. I feel really refreshed and charged after my trip to Montana. It was a needed escape for me and time for God to speak to me and challenge me for my trip next week to Africa. In fact, this time next week, I should be in Botswana. I am looking forward to what God has in store and excited and scared too. But, I have laid it all in God's hands. Tricia is going to have more back-up support than she will need from our good friends here in Greer and elsewhere.
Today, Miles and I are going to the Bohemian to see one of the true pioneers of music, especially bluegrass. Jerry Douglas is giving a free show at Horizon/Bohemian. Jerry is like the Hendrix of Dobro. He also plays in Alison Kraus' Union Station band. It's going to be so much fun. We are also going to head over to Paris Mountain State Park to see a jazz band tomorrow afternoon. The boys will get a kick out of the fact that the band is all under 18 but they are great. The band is called Jazz the Ripper and it's funky jazz, one of my favorites.
We are also going to try and finish the fort and zip line tomorrow if all goes as planned. The boys, especially Dylan, are enjoying the fort. Well, gotta run, my conference call is starting.
Enjoy your weekend!
See ya!
Today, Miles and I are going to the Bohemian to see one of the true pioneers of music, especially bluegrass. Jerry Douglas is giving a free show at Horizon/Bohemian. Jerry is like the Hendrix of Dobro. He also plays in Alison Kraus' Union Station band. It's going to be so much fun. We are also going to head over to Paris Mountain State Park to see a jazz band tomorrow afternoon. The boys will get a kick out of the fact that the band is all under 18 but they are great. The band is called Jazz the Ripper and it's funky jazz, one of my favorites.
We are also going to try and finish the fort and zip line tomorrow if all goes as planned. The boys, especially Dylan, are enjoying the fort. Well, gotta run, my conference call is starting.
Enjoy your weekend!
See ya!
Wednesday, August 20, 2008
Montana "M"
I had some extra time this morning, so I got up at 6am and hit the road for a short drive out of town and into Hyalite Canyon. Wow! Is all I can say to describe this place. It's so close to town and just a paradise. Check the pictures when you can.
I then headed back across town to climb up the hill on the other side of Bozeman to the big "M" in the side of the mountain. It's supposedly for Montana State University; but, I am thinking it's for Mark.
I am out the door in a few to hit the airport and fly back home. It's been a great work trip and very refreshing for my soul. I really miss the summers out West and this has definitely left me wanting more of the same. See ya!
I then headed back across town to climb up the hill on the other side of Bozeman to the big "M" in the side of the mountain. It's supposedly for Montana State University; but, I am thinking it's for Mark.
I am out the door in a few to hit the airport and fly back home. It's been a great work trip and very refreshing for my soul. I really miss the summers out West and this has definitely left me wanting more of the same. See ya!
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