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Tag Archives: Camp
Not a Mediocre Dog
A few years back I lectured a group of Mach III – 12 Day students about the importance of not settling for sloppy bunks during bay inspection. I told them if they would accept average bed making they would continue … Continue reading
Posted in Etc.
Tagged Aviation Challenge, Camp, Cha-La-Kee, Dog, Family, Jack Russell, Pets
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Ironman Chatty Take 2
At first, when sitting down to write my obligatory race report, I couldn’t put words down on paper. I was not only physically exhausted but mentally exhausted. The whole year leading up to Ironman Chattanooga was an exercise of endurance, … Continue reading
Posted in Triathlon & Other Events
Tagged Camp, Chattanooga, Ironman, Triathlon
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What Was I Thinking
What was I thinking while caught up in a moment of “Billy Bad Assisum”? What was I thinking signing up for a FULL Ironman triathlon. I guess I really thought I knew what I was doing. I guess I thought… … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures
Tagged Adventure, Aviation Challenge, Camp, Chattanooga, Derek Jeter, Dixon Ticonderoga, Ironman, Peyton Manning, Space Camp, Triathlon
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Last Day in Baku
I am in my hotel listening to Amy Grant’s 1992 Home For Christmas CD. I am about about 90% packed, however I still have some souvenir shopping and a few more memories to make and good byes to say. I … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures
Tagged Adventure, Alabama, Baku, Blog, Camp, Friends, Holidays, Mississippi, Space Camp
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Working in Baku
First, I am having a ball in Baku! Sleeping in late and going to spa are some of my favorite things about my adventure to Azerbaijan. Most mornings starts with room service and then I go sightseeing… Who am I … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures
Tagged Adventure, Baku, Camp, Farm, Friends, Holidays, Space Camp
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Frankfurt
So here I am in Frankfurt, Germany! I am trying to type a quick post for two reasons! First, if I start out posting to my blog, I may post more than just one time while I am abroad. And … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures
Tagged Adventure, Aviation Challenge, Camp, Cradle to Cosmos, Peyton Manning, Space Camp, US Space & Rocket Center
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Reminiscing
Yesterday, I picked up my dear friend Dan Oates from the airport. He had been in Boston for the annual stockholders meeting of Sam Adams. Dan had to hurry back for the first day of teacher camp training. As we … Continue reading
Posted in Camp
Tagged Adventure, Aviation Challenge, Camp, Friends, Space Camp, Triathlon
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Running Through 2012
This has been a great year! I spent more time with my wonderful family. I have expanded my circle of friends, strengthened bonds with old friends. This was year I proclaimed, I am never too busy for my family and friends. I … Continue reading
Posted in Year End Blog
Tagged Adventure, Camp, Camp of the Rising Son, Dirt Bike, Duathlon, Family, Football, Friends, Hoot Gibson, Mississippi, Running, Space Camp, Triathlon
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Turkey Blog 4.0
Do you know where you were a few days before Thanksgiving four years ago? Well, my answer to that question is, right here. I was sitting on this couch with my laptop computer creating my blog, GraphiteFree. I haven’t been … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays
Tagged Adventure, Blog, Camp, Delta State, Derek Jeter, Dixon Ticonderoga, Family, Farm, Food, Friends, Holidays, Mississippi, Mississippi State Bulldogs, Peyton Manning, Ragnar, Space Camp
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The Elusive Blue Cable
I guess I don’t get out much and that is why I don’t blog much anymore. I can’t help but want to share this wonderful fishing story with you. I hope you enjoy it. One thing I ask you, please … Continue reading
Posted in Adventures
Tagged Adventure, Aviation Challenge, Blog, Camp, F-16, Fishing
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Sinner vs. Center
Tonight when I heard of the passing of former Mississippi State great and Buffalo Bills, Kent Hull, I was transported back to French Camp, Mississippi. Kent was a member of the Buffalo Bills teams that went to four Super Bowls. … Continue reading
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Tagged Buffalo Bills, Camp, Football, Kent Hull, Mississippi
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