“Years ago, my son got involved in a relationship with a girl who already had a 15-month-old son. We got attached to this boy, and we could just never let him go. He’s 21 now, and he’s been like our son all these years. “I … Continue readingThis family tree’s branches extend quite far
“The best writers that I’ve had in my classes are those who read a lot. Voraciously. I can always tell somebody who does not pick up a book and probably hasn’t in years. They are the weakest writers. They have trouble constructing sentences. “Just the … Continue readingIf you want to write well, you should read more
“I do worry about the future because I think people today tend to be a lot lazier than past generations, probably because so many things have come so easily to them. The only solution is an individual solution. “I see those people who may not … Continue readingPersonal drive can lead students to success
“Our church does missionary work in Brazil. My first trip was in 2006. This will be the fifth time I’ve gone. “The communities we help live in grass huts along a river. They have no electricity. Most of the children run around in underwear or … Continue readingMissionary work eye-opening for children
“I met her in a bar at the Holiday Inn back in ’73. I was sitting there, and she was on a barstool. I said, ‘I’m going to walk over there and talk to her.’ That was it. If she were still here, we would … Continue reading‘I always thought that I would go before her’
“I guess my first rescue happened when I was about 12 years old. I brought home a St. Bernard. My mom said, ‘Oh, no you don’t.’ My stepdad said, ‘Let the girl have the dog.’ Since then I have rescued hundreds of dogs. “I have … Continue readingDog rescuer aiming for more success stories
“A lot of people think I’m older than 16, but I don’t feel like it. I’ve been handed alcoholic beverages before, but I say, ‘Hey, I’m only 16, man. I don’t want you to get in trouble.’ I think it’s kind of cool and flattering … Continue readingMaturity kicks in when it comes to work, school
“I’m going off to University of Texas in two weeks. I’m going to be studying psychology. I want to become a criminal prosecutor. I’ve always admired lawyers and the thought of finding justice. “Last summer I was invited to a law and advocacy program at … Continue readingAs a lawyer, she wants to play role in finding justice
“I had a lack of oxygen going to my blood. After I fell three times, they loaded me up and took me to the hospital. I was on a ventilator for two months. “Whew, it’s been a rough time. I told them to just let … Continue readingHe fights health challenges to get back on Harley
“At this point in the game, I just do whatever makes me happy on a daily basis.” What makes you most happy? “When I’m at work with my friends. In my job, I get to talk with people every day that I know pretty well … Continue readingHair stylist enjoys visiting as much as cutting