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Thank you Nick

Posted on 18 May 2008 by Administrator

I have cleared my comments awaiting moderation, thanks to Nick Ciske. Nick, you rock. Thank you Askimet. My dad and the family are doing well. thanks to everyone for your prayers. We know that God is with us.

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Thank you for your prayers

Posted on 10 May 2008 by Administrator

To all who have emailed and responded to me in the homegoing of my mom, thank you…. You’re words and letters have meant much to me and my family. It’s hard to sum up my mom’s life; I wish you … Continue reading →

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We lost my mom today

Posted on 5 May 2008 by Administrator

Today, my mom passed away. There, plain, and simple. I have more emotions inside than I care to articulate on the written (or electronic page). But, I also have a strange peace, as I look on my mom’s life, and … Continue reading →

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My birth dad is dying

Posted on 23 December 2007 by Administrator

Yesterday (Dec 22), I received an email from my birth dad’s brother, who informed me that my biological father is slipping away and slowly dying…. I was adopted at 3 days old, and have been a VanDusen my whole life. … Continue reading →

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Traveling again

Posted on 5 October 2007 by Administrator

“on the road again… just can’t wait to get on the road again…” The strains of that old Willie Nelson song beckon me from time to time. I do love traveling: meeting people, going to unique places, enjoying new experiences, … Continue reading →

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Visit w/ Miss Patty

Posted on 13 August 2007 by Administrator

Wow, how time has flied! It’s nice to have some time to myself and relax a bit. We had a nice time w/ my birth mom, Miss Patty. I hope she enjoyed her time in Charlotte; we nearly ran her … Continue reading →

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MARA American advances!

Posted on 11 July 2007 by Administrator

A late inning comeback by the MARA National team was foiled by a clutch catch in center field, as the MARA American league All Stars beat the MARA National league All Stars 14-13 in the top of the 6th. There … Continue reading →

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District 3 playoffs

Posted on 8 July 2007 by Administrator

My son plays baseball at Matthews Athletic Recreation Association (MARA) in Matthews, NC. They have a wonderful Little League program, and are currently competing in the district playoffs for 11 year olds. I’m really proud of him, and the entire … Continue reading →

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Independence Day

Posted on 4 July 2007 by Administrator

Happy July 4th everyone. I’m enjoying a day at home, maybe some pool time later, a good old fashioned cookout, and some fireworks. Just a good day of rest. I grew up in a very conservative (politically) family, and learned … Continue reading →

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my boss knows 4 presidents

Posted on 4 June 2007 by Administrator

As many of you know, I work for the evangelist Billy Graham, and his son, Franklin. On May 31st, three former presidents came to honor Mr. G by attending the opening of the Billy Graham Library in Charlotte, NC. I … Continue reading →

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