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10 December 11 at 3:43am
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13 December 11 at 2:06pm
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02 January 12 at 1:02am
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What a great way to begin your adventure!
03 January 12 at 5:25pm
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And away you go! Not bad photos for a scribbler. Wish you had the budget to bring a photographer with you. Bob
04 January 12 at 11:24pm
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It was a great way to start the year and so glad you were there with us, Mark! The crunching sounds of studded tires on icy roads, hunkering down in bivvy sacks, the sudden changes in light quality and color, the howling wind....it was all awesome. Glad to have this forum to follow your national park adventures in 2012.
05 January 12 at 3:33pm
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I am very impressed with the quality of your photographs, since I imagine your shivering made it quite difficult to hold your camera steady. The perils of low body fat! I am anxious to learn more about your adventure all during 2012. The Society of Professional Journalists could not possibly have selected a more capable and thoughtful recipient of their award. I hope to share meaningfully in your sabbatical experience.
05 January 12 at 4:38pm
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Beautiful photos. A fitting start to the adventure. Nothing like getting your hands dirty - or, in this case, freezing your hands off - to get the real story.
05 January 12 at 9:26pm
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Help. It's lonely being the only joy giver here.
07 January 12 at 1:56pm
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Absolutely beautiful! I am so eager to read, watch and follow you along this journey. I completely agree with Chris about selecting such a passionate, articulate, and knowledgeable candidate! I am so proud of all you have done and continue to do! My only wish would be to join you! You are truly the fortunate son!
07 January 12 at 4:59pm
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As a loyal "Mark Woods" reader (you are my favorite and must read every day!) over the years, I am excited to be able to read about you adventures this year. Thank you for allowing us along for the ride!
10 January 12 at 5:43am
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Great website, Mark! I'm looking forward to following it.
10 January 12 at 5:48pm
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Have a really great year. I got my Senior Lifetime pass to the Nat'l Parks. I hope to see you out there. I can't think of a better person to write and shoot this story. God speed.
21 January 12 at 2:48am
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Lisa helped me find your site. Now I feel like I'm on the journey with you!!!!!
01 February 12 at 12:33pm
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I am also anxious to see where your adventure takes you next. Have you considred a winter trip to Yellowstone? I've thought about it but living in Florida has made me a Winter Weather Wimp. We miss your columns in the Times-Union, but hope you are having a great time!
05 February 12 at 4:21am
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I spent two or three weeks working in Tucson a few years ago. It is now one of my favorite places. I visited all the spectacular parks in the area, but I think the highlight for me was an evening viewing the sky at Kitt Peak National Observatory.
05 February 12 at 4:34am
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One visits the national parks because we can - because they are there for us, and we must. These jewels of the earth are reminders of the past - of when oceans roared through and excised canyons our of rock, when buffalo roamed under pregnant skies. Our parks are our own personal legacy, a gift to our Earth's children, so each can see, the flower bloom, feel the raindrops on the leaves, and hear the sounds of eagles flying high - they represent the pinnacles of nature. Parks will always remind us of birth and life, and all in-between. It is our moral duty, our natural inclination, our stewardship of the highest order to care for these lands. Every acorn, every pinecone, every sulpher explosion, every bit of ice that melts so we have water below - it is all connected. It is this connectivity that we must respect and uphold for without the canopies, without the running fish, without the seasons to give birth and take life away - we have nothing. The trilogy of food, water and shelter - even now - remains the foundation of human existence. We are woven into the fabric of every National Park in America, and the parks are woven into our families, our history and our humaness.
09 February 12 at 5:04am
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Enjoy your time with your Mom. One of the last trips I had the privilege and pleasure of taking with my Mom was to the Grand Canyon in Arizona. We went to visit my brother who was teaching at ASU. It was our first and only trip to AZ - man how different it is from lush, green Florida. The Grand Canyon is AMAZING!! We'll miss you at the River Run.
23 February 12 at 2:37am
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Mark - I am so inspired by your journey...past and present. Losing a Dad is no walk in the park...I lost mine (too soon) last year at age 82. But I know your father , like mine (a Southern Baptist deacon), is with you every step of the way.
29 February 12 at 1:42pm
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Hey Mark, Just got your out of office reply...that was great, but this is a whole lot better. Looking forward to following your excellent adventure. Hope you can schedule Indiana Dunes around the Fourth. Safe Travels. Mort
04 March 12 at 3:37pm
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My thoughts and prayers are with you and your family ALWAYS! Beautifully written and thank you for sharing such a personal journey.
04 March 12 at 7:09pm
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I'm praying that the good Lord will hold you in the palm of His hand throughout this year and always.
04 March 12 at 7:43pm
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Beautifully written piece. Peace to you and your family, Mark. Nancy & Scott
04 March 12 at 11:37pm
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I read your moving column. The nearby Mayo Clinic is considered an expert in this type of cancer. Hopefully treatment is an option.
04 March 12 at 11:41pm
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I will keep all of you in my thoughts and prayers.
05 March 12 at 7:54pm
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Mark, that was beautiful yet difficult to read without getting very teary-eyed.
06 March 12 at 6:17pm
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Thanks to everyone for your thoughts and prayers. I feel even more fortunate to be working on this project now, because while I'm not sure where this year will take me, literally or figuratively, I know for certain that all of us -- my mom, her family and friends -- will find solace in the places she loves.
07 March 12 at 9:57pm
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Beautiful! Touching and so very loving....good luck to you and your family!
08 March 12 at 3:02pm
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Your column touched my heart. My mom like yours was healthy, strong and full of life and adventure. She was a force of life for us all. I will be praying for you, your mom and family & friends. May you feel God's comfort, strength and know His wisdom as you go through this journey.
10 March 12 at 2:43am
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Mark, my thoughts are with you. I am not finding eloquent words or inspiring thoughts tonight, but I know how much you must love your mother and I wish you both strength and luck! This has to be a great shock and a stress as you are not geographically close. You still are so important to you mom and you can help her so much! Take Care!
10 March 12 at 2:41pm
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I'm so moved by your blog. I went through something very similar with my mother. And, like your mom, my mother shared with me the love of travel and learning about life. We spent months in Redwood City, CA and in her summer home in Bass Harbor, ME. These are times that can never be replaced and I'm glad that although my mother is no longer here, the memories never go away. I look forward to following your posts. Enjoy all the time with your mom!
15 March 12 at 9:25pm
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Mark, Have been thinking of you and your family very often in the past few weeks. Your post speaks so beautifully about the connectedness of things. How wonderful to have a mother who inspired your passion for the natural world.
17 March 12 at 3:11am
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great photos!! got your link from my son paul walker. i live in new orlens and just read your after katrina report. congrats on your awards and your travels thru all the parks. hope you dont mind if i follow along with you..
20 March 12 at 1:50am
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Mark, I'm saddened by your news, but - as always - inspired by your words. Your journey is a wonderful testament to the love of our national parks that your mom - like mine, like many others - has nurtured. Hoping for the best for you and your family, Laurie
25 March 12 at 12:02pm
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We are all just walking each other home.
26 April 12 at 3:52am
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Mark, You've always impressed me with your writing skills; now I have to salute your photographic skills as well. Wonderful shots! Thank you. Doug
26 April 12 at 6:38pm
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Hi Mark- These photos are fantastic. It was great to meet you at the Grand Canyon. Happy Trails- Scott Boe
06 May 12 at 1:40pm
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Loved the description of how standing at the Grand Canyon made you feel. It connected with how you must have felt sitting in the rental car of the parking lot, taking a long breath after the conversation with your loved one......not in control, humble, awestruck by the beauty of existence.
24 May 12 at 8:34pm
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Wonderfully written Mark. My thoughts and prayers are with you and your mom. Steve (Tracy's next-door neighbor)
30 May 12 at 1:03pm
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What a beautiful way to remind us that we can stay connected to others without the use of words.
03 June 12 at 5:09pm
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Great story and pictures, mark!
23 June 12 at 2:46pm
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Gorgeous pictures! Thanks for the night flower!
03 June 12 at 6:28pm
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It ain't about the gear, it is the eye! Nice job.
09 June 12 at 4:54pm
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Do you think in 100 years anyone will be interested in visiting the Duval County Court House (assuming it is still standing)? I'm looking forward to reading about your Yellowstone visit - my personal favorite in the Park System.
20 June 12 at 6:55pm
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Yellowstone! That is my favorite of all the parks I have visited. I would love to go back there someday. Keep us posted on your adventures out west and be sure and share some pics. Happy Trails... Nick
23 June 12 at 2:43pm
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I can only imagine how beautiful the moon must have looked. What a beautiful place. I plan on visiting with my kids and hopefully grandkids. I am very eager to hear about Yellowstone as well. Wonderful writing my friend!
02 July 12 at 4:17am
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Thinking of and praying for you!
03 July 12 at 2:01am
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Silence is Golden and memories are so very special---the things that are forever with us. Cherish the moment!
11 July 12 at 3:21am
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Mark, Words can't express how much I have enjoyed reading all of your stories...from your sportscasting days up until now. You are a gifted and talented writer. Thank your for sharing your personal insights and observations along with such worthy subjects as our National Parks. I have tears in my eyes after reading your story "Everybody needs a rock." Three years after losing my mother, I don't think I'll ever "get over" losing her (nor do I want to), but I can say that God has given me a great sense of peace about it and occasions for lots of great memories to come to heart and mind. May God bless you and your family. May He bring you peace in knowing that your mother is resting in the arms of Jesus now. I look forward to reading your next entry, as well as the final project when it's finished. Blessings, Kathi Bell
13 July 12 at 2:06am
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I absolutely loved your story. It brought back many similar memories of my childhood and the love of the outdoors that my parents instilled in me. My own daughter at the tender age of 2 loved rocks and would collect so many and put them in her pockets that she couldn't walk and then wanted to be carried, Rocks and all. She wouldn't give up one. Recently we were in the sand dunes outside of Yuma and had the same experience with her young 2 year ago son. So the tradition and love of this great land continues. I, too, just lost my Mom but her love for the out of doors continues. Thanks for touching our hearts and bringing back the memories. Joan
18 July 12 at 12:46am
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Coach Keith? So sweet!
24 July 12 at 1:10am
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Yes, Coach Keith. And, yes, as much as I appreciated the flowers people sent, I think my favorite gesture was that someone sent a rock.
18 July 12 at 10:41pm
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Mark, We miss you in Jacksonville! Your writing continues to be uplifting, thought-provoking and inspirational. Praying for you and your family. Thanks for your honesty in your writing. Love the stories with Mia, too = remember the "perfect game" or no hitter for the Tigers' pitcher and your subsequent article? Awesome....
24 July 12 at 1:12am
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Thanks to everyone for the kind words -- and rock stories. I appreciate it. ... Mark
24 July 12 at 1:14am
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Thanks. Sunrises, sunsets and Super Moons in the Dry Tortugas were tough to top. But Yellowstone did.
27 July 12 at 6:02pm
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I am thrilled that Keith sent you a rock from Maine. I had a similar thought of sending you a heart shaped rock. Believe it or not, heart shaped rocks can be found in nature as I have found several, even one from the St Johns River in Jax. Keep an open heart and an open eye and I am sure that you will find your own heart shaped rock! Lillian
31 July 12 at 4:54pm
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[...] (A few of my photos from Gateway) [...]
31 July 12 at 5:47pm
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The Nat'l Parks- where people slow down to be real- to share their stories, their lives, their passions and their dreams...a beautiful reflection Tony, in a surprising location.
03 August 12 at 7:27pm
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I met you in hanger B at Floyd Bennet Field. I was with my wife Pat (Patricia) and three of our grand children visiting us from North Carolina. I am glad to see someone taking an interest in what is going on at Floyd Bennet Field and Fort Tilden. They seem to be the forgotten National parks. Probably because of their location. The changes they are looking to make do not seem to consider their close proximity to a family community. I don't think all the rules established by the National Park Service take this into consideration. This is not an area that is isolated by distance from people and communities. There needs to be some lead way in the rules. In this case one size does not fit all. I hope your article brings attention to this to someone who can realize this before its to late. Looking forward to seeing more of your article on this area. I plan on spreading the word on your article on our National Parks. Especially for our area. It was a pleasure to talk to you.
04 August 12 at 10:59am
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It was nice to meet you and your grandchildren. There certainly is a lot going on at the park already. I walked into Hangar B expecting to find a few old planes. Was amazed by the collection. I also was surprised how many New Yorkers I met who had no idea about all the park's resources (historic and natural) right in their backyard. To reach its potential, the park obviously needs a lot of work (and money). But it was encouraing that while I was there the city and federal government announced a partnership for the future. Will be interesting to see what the park -- and Hangar B -- looks like in another 10 or 20 years. ... Mark
05 August 12 at 2:33pm
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Mark, I love your pictures. Studying about the future of national parks is an awesome as well as an exciting task. We sure miss you here in Jacksonville. Thanks for allowing us to follow you on this fantastic voyage. Take care.
06 September 12 at 1:20am
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Wish I was there...with my bike
06 September 12 at 8:56am
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Really great photos. It is always nice to see when someone has great time at the Grand Canyon. Cheers, Mihail
13 September 12 at 9:26pm
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Thank you so much for sharing your year in the National Parks and the other events in your life this past year, Mark. Your storytelling skills always leave me wanting a little bit more - never wanting the story to end. After your piece on finding rocks, I immediately went and got the book for my grandaughter. We all need those rocks and I have to admit, there are a few around my home that have been carried there from a number of locations. Enjoy the last few months on your adventure. Yosemite is one of those things on my bucket list.
06 October 12 at 2:29am
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I stumbled upon your site while searching around about Yosemite and have enjoyed reading about your visits to various National Parks and the thoughts they aroused. Also sorry to read about your mother's death; she sounds quite inspirational. And I never heard of Gateway; quite right to include it! If you are on FaceBook, I have lots of hiking photos; I am so lucky to live in the Pacific NW!
07 October 12 at 10:36pm
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Mark, I enjoyed reading your article and viewing the pictures - and look forward to reading your book. It was a pleasure to meet you in Shanksville. Tank you for being able to state the issues/problems when it comes to keeping the memory alive and the flame burning.
07 October 12 at 10:41pm
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Thank you, Mark for your eloquent words and for wanting to "get it right." I was Rich's girlfriend at the time of the 9/11 attacks. I was at the memorial site for the 4th and 10th anniversary events, and it was amazing to see how beautiful it has become. Rich would have loved the natural reclamation process.
08 October 12 at 12:57am
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Thanks so much for the kind words. They especially mean a lot coming from those who knew Rich. ... As was the case when I sent to Shanksville for the 5th anniversary, I was honored and humbled to be there. I look forward to trying to continue to tell his story -- and the story of the park.
08 October 12 at 11:50pm
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Mark--what a great article and beautiful photos. I'm confident that you will keep the story of Flight 93 alive for all future generations. I'm sorry to hear about your mishap and hope you are getting better every day. We will be in Florida at the end of the month and hope to attend your presentation. And Lori is right--you are part of our family. See you soon.
07 December 12 at 6:30pm
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[...] tell the story of a week in Olympic NP, that is what I hope to describe. Not just what I saw there (a few of my Olympic photos). What I heard. And what it means for the future of the [...]
07 December 12 at 7:08pm
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Thank you! I loved this......
07 December 12 at 11:27pm
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Love the photos! These keep making me add places to see on my bucket list. I would like to use some of your National Park photos for my art class at a retirement community. I would send you photos of the finished paintings. My studets are currently working on landscapes in acrylics. In the spring, they will attempt watercolor landscape painting. Would that be OK with you?
08 December 12 at 12:42am
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Thanks, Laura. And, yes, I'd be honored to have you use the photos for your class. ... Mark
03 January 13 at 4:39pm
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Mark, what a great story! Wow. It is amazing how life can throw us a curve ball and change our direction, which in turn, changes our destination. Life is a journey to be enjoyed, and I am happy that you found that you like long road trips once again. Yes, there are things to be enjoyed and explored on a long road trip that you would not find on a plane trip. Get out and explore with your Mom's camper. I am sure that Mia would just love it! Lillian
22 January 13 at 10:35pm
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What a great story! Thank you for sharing! I really enjoyed it!
31 January 13 at 1:46am
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Beauiful photo journal - A Year in our Parks. I have loved your articles and pictures. Thank you.
03 April 13 at 4:38am
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Hi Mark, Beautiful final entry into your web page. Being down here in Australia, I still find myself looking for secluded beachs and National Parks vs tall buildings, or beautiful Opera Houses. Maybe I just prefer God's hand (with a little human assistance) vs the converse. Glad your newspaper took you back :) , hope you and family are all doing well. David
11 April 13 at 11:10pm
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My uncle, Jack DeWeese, was the superintendent during the late Truman years. He and his wife gathered one of the great shell collections in the world. I had never visited the site until I went with my son in 2008, when he was a sophomore in HS. I was impressed by a lot of things, especially the frigate birds.
03 May 13 at 5:08am
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It's great that you took the occasion to write this, as it's a matter that is very really important to me. Is there any way I can talk with you? My name's Vickey Banner and I'd get into this more deeply.
04 May 13 at 9:02pm
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Thanks, Vickey. And, yes, probably the easiest way to reach me these days is through my work contacts: mark.woods@jacksonville.com or (904) 359-4212.
30 May 14 at 5:56pm
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Generally I don't read post on blogs, however I would like to say that this write-up very compelled me to check out and do it! Your writing taste has been amazed me. Thanks, quite nice article.
10 July 14 at 4:37am
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Hi! This is kind of off topic but I need some help from an established blog. Is it tough to set up your own blog? I'm not very techincal but I can figure things out pretty quick. I'm thinking about setting up my own but I'm not sure where to start. Do you have any points or suggestions? Cheers
14 July 14 at 1:24am
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Thanks. I picked out a WordPress template that I thought would work, then had some co-workers at the paper help me set up the site. They said it would be easy. But even with their help, I took me several days to get it up and running. Of course, that all was a few years ago, which in internet years is a lifetime. I'm sure things have changed. I guess I'd just suggest trying to pick out something simple, at least for starters.
17 October 15 at 9:59pm
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Can't wait for the book!