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It is a great day in North Carolina. North Carolina native, Andy Griffin, North Carolina's favorite son, welcomes Governor Elect Bev Perdue our first female Governor in the history of North Carolina.
Carolina Girls, Carolina Mamas, I am smiling like a Queen out of excitement and pride for North Carolina, my mother's native homeland. In fact, it was fun to see my mother's cousin, the great Former Governor Jim Hunt at the festivities. Former Governor Jim Hunt was an amazing Governor serving for four terms and the longest serving Governor of North Carolina.
Governor Bev Perdue gave a great speech. As she said we have a challenge, we can and will do it. Education and a vision for a great future here is the focus. What a special day!
A highlight was hearing one of my favorite verses, quoted in the Benediction "For I know the plans I have for you," declares the LORD, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11 as the prayer service took place at First Baptist Church, downtown Raleigh.
For you local Carolina Girls, here is the rest of the schedule for today:
12:30 P.M. Inaugural parade begins. Governor's viewing stand is on the south side of the Capitol.
2:30 TO 5:30 P.M. N.C. Executive Mansion Open House, 200 N. Blount St.
Let me know if you attended any of the festivities. And to all the other readers. Have a great weekend and tell me what's up in your State?
That's it from Carolina today on this 'Carolina Blue' Saturday morning.
Warmly,
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