Who Goes There?!

"Everything should be made as simple as possible, but not simpler."

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She cute... #JustMauied #OneMooreCarter (at Old Lahaina Luau) https://www.instagram.com/p/ByOH-PEBfCv/?igshid=167n70bp8gv0e

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I am very excited to share my life with Mallory. I have had a lot of confidence in my life to make friends and connect with people, but for many years I did not have confidence in my ability to be somebody’s counterpart. Mallory and I connected in a way that I think surprised both of us. She has given me a lot of confidence in who I am and who I want to be. I can’t believe how luck I am. My heart is very full... #OneMooreCarter (at Oklahoma City, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/Bx5C5mThl5l/?igshid=156yflxkbuphg

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Feeling cute, might get married. https://www.instagram.com/p/BwW9YjkBm9p/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=17ognzkofea3t

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In 100 days I get to call you my wife... I can’t promise I won’t remind you everyday in my Borat accent, but I can promise you that I will love you as much as I know how to. You are really in for it! #OneMooreCarter https://www.instagram.com/p/Bt698QDh1E8/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=sma5divj8jak

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40 years... My parents met when they were babies in the church nursery at the Hollis Church of Christ, probably when Truman was still President. They’ve known each other their entire lives, and I love that big time. Whenever I’ve tried to explain you guys to someone I’ll say “Well if my dad got ketchup on his shirt he’d get upset and get mad at himself, and my mom would lick it off and laugh.” You two are completely nuts in completely different ways, and I adore you both. Thank you for always providing such a wonderful example of how to serve others and have high standards for yourselves. I’m very proud of you both, and I love seeing people get excited when they find out I’m your kid. Happy 40th anniversary!💋 https://www.instagram.com/p/BsGvhs5Bnc9/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=qynrlmj9xjnn

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Oh my gosh... It’s your last birthday until you change your name! I still think that LaFawnda sounds nice, but whatever you want works for me. I love you, and I‘m just so grateful. #Mallory #OneMooreCarter https://www.instagram.com/p/BsBaIP-BgCh/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=10olkj7l0fbiz

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Merry Christmas! If I don’t get to see you that means I miss you this Christmas. 💋 https://www.instagram.com/p/Br04U-OBXJT/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=m3ol0cwocgbw

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It’s hard to believe it’s been a year. My Grandad was not perfect, but he played a perfect role in my life. There are several lessons from the last few years of his life that I want to take with me, but probably the most important would be to reach out and stay in touch with people even when it’s easier not to. To know GD Carrick was to love him. I knew him, and for that I am very grateful. (at Norman, Oklahoma) https://www.instagram.com/p/BrYpZECB5xV/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=19pvfj1l1khmp

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6 months until your time is up Mallory... I’m gonna getcha! I am so grateful, and humbled, and honored that I get to be a part of this. We have our faults, and our growing ability to help each other with those makes everyday more fun. The thing that gives me the greatest confidence and joy has been our ability to laugh at ourselves, and I can’t wait to laugh with you everyday to show you my love! Even with picture perfect moments we’ll always have to remember that “life is not the mountain tops, it’s the walking in between, and I like you walking next to me”. ❤️ https://www.instagram.com/p/Bqqc2jcBzJ7/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=1s0euxvluvezx

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I’ve had a lot of joy in my life, maybe too much... Mallory has been the greatest joy of my life already, and I can’t believe we get to share so much more. I asked her to marry me for several reasons, but the one I can’t stop thinking about is how I love her as much as I know how to. Thank you for agreeing to be my wife, I’ll never let you down (JK 😁). “You and me, we’re in a club now.” -Up

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Adios Mexico! I hope things have changed while we were gone and Oklahoma is all inclusive now. (at Excellence Riviera Cancun)

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“Hello, my name is Elder Birthday Boy” (at Civic Center Music Hall)

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Last week my Leadership Norman class graduated, and I missing my people. Somehow my class elected me to speak on their behalf that our graduation, and it made me very loved and nervous. Having grown up in Norman this town represents something that I can’t put into words very easily... Getting to spend time with people from all different backgrounds and point of view is a little intoxicating for me - I had to try not to be too excited at our sessions. I’m ridiculously grateful for this experience, and I highly encourage you to apply for this next year’s class in the coming months if you life or work in Norman. On a side note, our graduation was on the 23rd anniversary of the bombing. On the day of the bombing my dad was the speaker for his LN class, and he was scheduled to be in the federal building that day... Getting to reflect on my family and community last week has made me very nostalgic lately. Anyway, if you’re reading this I want you to know that I love you, and you should sink your hooks into your community however best makes sense to you. (at Norman, Oklahoma)

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I really appreciate those at the Capitol who are fighting for our states education. People get made about any and all talk about politics anymore, but our system was designed for feedback and sometimes pushback. Now is that time in Oklahoma. If this makes you made send me a message so I can buy you lunch. Love this teacher. #oklaed (at Oklahoma State Capitol)

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*Beep beep

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Great date, great seats! #HamiltonDenver (at Temple Hoyne Buell Theatre)

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🌬💨😑 (at Norman, Oklahoma)