Tag Archives: Raleigh

NoVA, RoVA, Raleigh

Posted on November 11, 2007 by ken

I arrived safely in Raleigh a few minutes ago. Since my arrival, enough time has elapsed to unpack my duds, set up my toiletries, call my little bride, hook up the computer, and find the NASCAR race on teevee. It … Continue reading →

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Maybe for the Best

Posted on September 29, 2007 by ken

I documented a couple of posts back, that my Red Hat training trip had been deferred until November. A couple of reasins for the decision were highlighted in that post. As if to remove all doubt about the prudence of … Continue reading →

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Raleigh in November

Posted on September 29, 2007 by ken

Sometimes plans turn on a dime. Mine took such a turn today; I’m not indispensable on the job site, but I feel obligated to stay and help my buds during the upcoming week. It wasn’t suggested by the higher-ups that … Continue reading →

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Safe in South Carolina

Posted on July 27, 2007 by ken

Today, the Search for America Tour headed from Raleigh to Myrtle Beach, where I picked up SWMBO at the airport. Our worst fears of her being in alien probe line hell were unfounded. I’d taken her luggage with me when … Continue reading →

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Safely in Raleigh

Posted on July 22, 2007 by ken

Arrived safely a little before 5PM. This tour is powered by a Chevy Monte Carlo; it’s a sweet ride. It was also the first serious usage of the new GPS device. Diana, I call her. In spite of her persistence … Continue reading →

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The Mixed-up and Splendid Search for America Tour, 2007

Posted on July 8, 2007 by ken

It starts on July 22, with me heading solo to Raleigh NC for some more book-learnin’ and lab work at the RedHat Mothership. Class lasts until Thursday, whereupon I head south to a secure undisclosed location, where I’ll meet SWMBO’s … Continue reading →

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Be it Ever so Humble

Posted on October 28, 2006 by ken

Arrived safely back home a couple of hours ago. SWMBO and the cat were happy to see me; the feeling was mutual. The big ol’ Buick rental has been delivered back to Avis, and all’s right with the world. The … Continue reading →

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Folding the Tent

Posted on October 27, 2006 by ken

When I left for Raleigh last Sunday, I had hotel reservations through tonight. In the back of my mind, I thought I’d leave after today’s exam, and roll on home. Rain was in today’s forecast, I’m tired, and hence I … Continue reading →

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Missed Hipster PAA Opportunity

Posted on October 23, 2006 by ken

On arriving in Raleigh last night, I checked MapQuest for directions from the hotel to Red Hat World Headquarters. Just to cover all the bases, I checked the return route. I copied and pasted both sets of directions into my … Continue reading →

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Road Bloggin’ again

Posted on October 22, 2006 by ken

Arrived in Raleigh safe and sound. A couple of cold beers, a plate of good BBQ, and I’m about ready to call it a night. The mighty rental Buick ran well, and I managed to boost its life-to-date mileage from … Continue reading →

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