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Meeting with Mack

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On the way home from Wisconsin, I had the opportunity to meet with Mack Harrison of Valley in Exile. I've been so preoccupied with getting resettled and getting acquainted with my new job that I haven't written about it. The meeting took place in San Antonio while my family and I were passing through. I am lousy at getting around that city. If I get off the highway, I'll get lost. Mack looked for an easy place to get together and have coffee near I-35. I wound up getting more than coffee.
 
We discussed some things about blogging, a bit about his studies, and about my family's experience this summer. My mind was racing as I wanted to trade as much info as possible before resuming our journey home. After all, we were in San Antonio, the gateway of South Texas. As a result of the time crunch and exhaustion from driving for two days, I probably didn't have coherent conversations. We hope to see Mack back in the RGV when he is finished with his studies.
 
Overall, I'm glad to have had the opportunity to meet a fellow blogger. It's interesting to see people from different walks of life participating in a common endeavor. Thanks for making time Mack. It was a pleasure to make your acquaintance.

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Mack T. Harrison said…
Shaine, it was great seeing you in person (I felt like I already knew you, thanks to your many blog posts), as well as getting the chance to meet your family. I'm glad y'all could stop for a bit in SA. Nice to know you're up and running back in South Texas. Good luck with your endeavors in the Valley and in Austin.
12:10 PM
Jennifer & Jackie said…
Shaine, good to see you made it back home to Texas. Good or Bad, there's just nothing like home.

We'd like to offer an open invitation for coffee the next time you're in the San Antonio area.

Cheers,
Jennifer Navarrete
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1:42 AM
Shaine Mata said…
I'd be glad to have coffee with the brew crew. I'll let you know when I'm up there.
2:30 PM
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