“I was young and foolish and did what a lot of people do. Then it kind of got out of hand, and I realized that I needed to make some major changes. “I got involved in a recovery program. I was fortunate to have a … Continue readingSubstance abuse counselor leads by example
“We got married on April Fool’s Day. But it was also Good Friday. Since we met in a church, we thought that was a good day. Also, I guess nobody gets married at our age without being a little bit foolish. But it’s stuck for … Continue readingNo, really, they married on April Fool’s Day
“When I was a kid, Dad and Mom took me to see James Bond movies at the drive-in theater. I wanted to be just like him. He had chicks. He had gadgets. He was so cool. “Then I saw the Beatles on the Ed Sullivan … Continue reading‘I wanted to be a Beatle … a rock and roll star’
“My personal, spiritual belief is that what God created so many of us to do, we’re not doing it. And until we do it, truthfully, I think we’re just miserable. “There are so many people who have a dream to achieve something but don’t think … Continue readingShe wants to help people realize their dreams
“I’m making my way to Galveston. It might take me all year, but that’s OK. I ain’t in no hurry. Basically, I’ve got all my needs with me for camping and survival, and I’ve got my two watchdogs for company. “I’ve been doing this on … Continue reading‘I live where I work and I work where I live’
“In June, we will have been married 61 years.” What’s the secret to your longevity together? “Well, when the preacher said ’til death do us part, we agreed with that.” — Ed Williams
“I have the gift of gab. I talk to anybody. No matter what race, color, whatever, I have no problem. It’s probably because of the way I grew up, where I grew up. “I’m originally from Mississippi. Back home, I used to hang out with … Continue readingHe remembers growing up with no prejudice
“I’m working toward an engineering degree. I’m not really sure what I’m going to do with it yet, but I know I don’t want to go into industry. “I realize this may seem pretty ambitious, but I’d be really content toward the end of my … Continue reading‘I’d like to create something that helps the world’
“After my divorce, I was mixed up with the wrong people and got into drugs. I finally realized that I needed to get myself in check, so I went into rehab. I finished that, and now I’m attending college for my basics. I hope to … Continue readingGoal setting key to her recovery process
“This place was built in 1928. It served as an interurban depot, moving people back and forth through the area. “We bought the building and land from the Missouri Pacific Railroad and opened our feed store here in 1984. Over those 31 years, we’ve probably … Continue readingRetirement top of mind for feed store owner