Monthly Archives: October 2008
Hurrah for Ancestor Worship!
So how does one become addicted to genealogical research? I’m certain many of my acquaintances must regularly whisper such nonsense behind my back. After all not everyone becomes ecstatically happy at the thought of visiting old cemeteries. Struggling through briars … Continue reading
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The Reverse Robin Hood Effect
Whatever would the Founding Fathers think of America’s recent loss of property rights? Has the 21st Century interpretation of their vision relegated cherished freedoms to the abyss of time? The Supreme Court’s recent decision allowing government the power to take … Continue reading
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Row After Row of Closed Cash Registers
Have you ever shopped in a chain discount store and left frustrated with the check-out experience? I’m certain most Americans fall into this category. The stores seem designed to facilitate a speedy checkout. Row upon row of modern computer controlled … Continue reading
Not a Pretty Bubble
Profiting from a real estate bubble seems quite unimportant to those individuals who plan to spend their retirement years in a house they worked for decades to purchase. The growing appreciation of their home is, instead, a frightening liability for … Continue reading
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Town Center – A Downtown Rising from Nothing
It began as the vision of a small group of businessmen. There followed years of political maneuvering before it became a reality. A plethora of citizens, espousing positions both pro and con, made their opinions public on the issue. Numerous … Continue reading
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Never Wear White Shoes Before Easter
Growing up in the Deep South instills deeply held behavior patterns that are quite obviously not so important in other parts of the country. In my adult life I am genuinely shocked when I observe an acquaintance wearing white shoes … Continue reading
The Case of the Orange Cones
Leaving downtown Richmond I headed east on I-64, cruising at the speed limit towards a final destination of Virginia Beach. Things seemed to be going very well. A quick stop in Williamsburg provided a barbeque “fix”. I resumed my journey … Continue reading
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The Southeastern Expressway – A Road Whose Time Has Come
A few years ago the Southeastern Expressway died an untimely death when the City of Chesapeake nixed their portion of the project. Recently the project has resurfaced with hints of possible success this time around. The Southeastern Expressway would connect … Continue reading
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Hello World!
Welcome to Carol’s Blog, a forum to share my thoughts and yours. The vision for the beginning of this endeavor came from frustration felt on a genealogical research trip. The day had been spent at the well stocked DAR Library … Continue reading