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Well I am in arkansas now, done almost a thousand miles. Guess I an going to keep pushing until Texas as planned! Also getting warm now, still windy but definitely more comfortable.

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Anonymous said…
Pete, a gentle reminder. Other people are reading this. Your old English teacher is not happy when you don't remember to capitalize states. Also, remember your audience with some of your abbreviations. We're so glad you're having a good time and are still safe. It's like having a vicarious vacation (a wee bit of alliteration).
pete said…
MOM! I'm typing most of those messages on a MOBILE PHONE! Gimme a break. :p You should be impressed, I have some of the neatest mobile phone typing ever.
Anonymous said…
I am impressed. However, since that's one thing that is so rampantly incorrect with so many of my students, I just thought I'd mention it. You are just the coolest! Besides which, I think you just blew my cover completely. :) Keep us posted as to your general route so I can find interesting connections. If you go the southern NM route, you could even venture into Roswell territory. Just be careful as I know you will be.

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