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Week 16: Dave Whitaker, Mechanic Extraordinaire
Up until today, I had no idea of the difference between a MGA and a MGB. I didn’t know how to tell apart a ladder frame and a uniframe. I couldn’t even tell a supercharger from a turbocharger. But today, all of that changed, because I met with Dave Whitaker: an enormous car enthusiast (car was his first word) and a firm believer that Formula-1 is entirely better than NASCAR. … Read entire article »
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Week 15: Earthquake on the Mission Field
Everybody knows that Haiti recently was devastated by an earthquake. However, for the most part, they weren’t there when it struck. The man I met with today, Lloyd Frazier, was. This is the story of what happened; but first, let me give you some background. Mr. Frazier was born in 1935, as the fourth child of twelve. He was extremely shy as a child, so shy that he failed English as a freshman in high … Read entire article »
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Three Simple Words
My youngest was playing in the living room a few minutes ago. I called his name, got his attention and simply said, “I love you.” He looked at me, smiled and continued his playing. Have I changed his day for the better? Some would say no, others yes. I prefer to step back and ask, “Have I set a pattern to change his LIFE for the better?” That is the key in remembering to tell your … Read entire article »
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John Thompson
John Thompson, Jr. has been married to Naomi for 51 years. Retired, he loves gardening and spending time with his family of four children, eight grandchildren and five step-grandchildren. Education: 2 years at Lee College/Associate of Arts Degree Professional Experience: Farmed in Statesboro, GA Two years in the U. S. Army in Fort Jackson, S. C. Two years drove my dump truck in Savannah, GA hauling asphalt, sand, etc. Worked four years at Ga. Shoe Factory in Buford, GA Seventeen years in bookkeeping at M & J Supermarkets in Chattanooga, TN Twenty years custodial work at Rossville, GA schools Community Involvement: Have attended Republican meetings–local, district and State. Your local church: City Church of Chattanooga Place of service in church: Over the years I have served on the church council, served 12 years as church clerk, 8 years in the bus ministry, … Read entire article »
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Week 11: Books, Books, Books
I love books. I have loved them my entire life. For me, they are a magic portal into times long ago, and galaxies far, far away. However, I didn’t know anything about managing a bookstore, which had always been a high on my list of future careers. Thankfully, today I received the privilege of meeting with Gene Browning, manager of White Wing bookstore and businessman extraordinaire. Dad introduced me to Gene, and then Gene related to … Read entire article »
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Terry Forshee
Terry Forshee is a Pharmacist/Business Owner who has owned as many as 4-6 different pharmacy related businesses over the last 32 years. He became a business owner right out of college (BS Pharmacy from University of Georgia). He has been married to Angela (an RN for 31 yrs as well as office manager and coordinator of clinical programs in the pharmacies) for 32 years and has four children: Brent 29 – Graduates from Dalton State College … Read entire article »
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