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It’s 7pm … Now We Wait

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It’s 7pm.  The polls have just closed, and the waiting has begun.

I wanted to let you know, right now, before the winner is announced, what an incredible opportunity running for Delegate has been.  I’ve met and worked alongside passionate, motivated people, and been encouraged by thousands of citizens throughout the 12th, and around the WP world.  I am truly humbled by the support of friends, both new and old.  This is an experience I’ll not soon forget.

And while I worked hard and feel confident that I’ll be working from Richmond in January, I want to assure you that even if I am not, I will continue to stand for healthcare, for women, for education, and equality.  The fight will not end, and I hope you’ll be there standing with me.

Thanks for everything. Now we wait!

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Suffrage

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Election day in the US is just 2 days away and I thought I’d share a photo of a gift I received after entering the race for the Virginia House of Delegates.

Like many of you, LMA from Suffragette Kitty has become a WordPress friend and supporter of my campaign.  She is a passionate feminist and supporter of the Women’s Movement, and I love her writing.  Early in the campaign, LMA sent me this collection of items from Orchard House, the home of Louisa May Alcott.

“In the days before the 19th Amendment, a wealthy Newport socialite ordered a tea set emblazoned with the phrase “Votes for Women” to make a point to the influential guests who often dined with her. The Alcotts were ardent supporters of the women’s suffrage movement, and today we offer replicas of this tea set and other items bearing the “Votes for Women” motto” (from the Museum Store catalog).

And one more thing:  Thank you for your friendship and support, emotionally and financially, during this campaign.  I cannot thank you enough and I look forward to visiting with you soon!

❤ Laurie

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Contentment Through Photography

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The contentment that comes with this post is two fold:

remembering the bike trip through the Smoky Mountains 2 years ago that allowed me to spend two days with nature and my camera (even if the trip did result in the bike wreck)

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knowing that soon, in 12 days, I’ll be spending a lot more time shooting!  And with visiting all of you!

Happy Fall, Ya’ll!!

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Carrying Me Along

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In the same way that this little leaf got carried along by this big leaf during the storms and flooding yesterday, I feel carried by you.

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My WP journey has lasted over 3 years and a big part of my happiness here has been getting to know you through visits to your blogs.  It is truly my intention to spend a lot more time virtually hanging out with you … in 35 days!  I can’t wait!

Thank you for your support and encouragement!

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Finding Opportunity …

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One of the tasks of the candidate is to spend hours on the phone, seeking both votes and contributions.  As I worked this past Tuesday, my eye was drawn to the site of my keys highlighted in the waning sun.

39 Days!

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In Between Seasons

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As I sat on the front porch making campaign calls, I couldn’t help but feel that I was halfway between the seasons of summer and fall.

Meanwhile, I’m definitely at the height of campaign season!  51 Days!

Looking forward to visiting your blogs today 🙂

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Another Sign That Fall is on the Way!

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Some of you are college football fans, and if you are a devoted one like I am, the anticipation of the season and that first game is crazy fun!

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Even when the outcome is not great (like when your quarterback gets injured and it all goes down hill from there).

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This game offered time to campaign, to visit with friends, and to pull out the camera.

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The colors of Virginia Tech are the colors of fall, and are perfect for football season.

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The best part was hanging out with the very enthusiastic, oh so much fun Virginia Tech Young Democrats.

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Our quarterback is pending surgery and the team suffered a loss, yet the season stretches out before us.  There are 11 more games in this season, and 56 days until Election Day!!