Author Archives: Dicy McCullough

Favorite #36: Blogger, Lydia Richmond

Posted on April 6, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Lydia Richmond: Host of #Bullynomore It’s nice to have friends who not only have a blog, but also know how to tweet and are willing to host a twitter party in your honor. My friend, Lydia Richmond, writes the blog, Cluttered Genius, which is a … Continue reading →

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Favorite # 35: Community Festival

Posted on March 29, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

West Rowan Farm Home and Garden Spring Festival Spring seems to be busting out all over at the West Rowan Farm Home and Garden store on Hwy 801 in Bear Poplar, NC. While I suppose you could say that about … Continue reading →

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Favorite #34: Walkertown Elementary School

Posted on March 21, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Reading Day at Walkertown Elementary School Walkertown Elementary School is a beautiful school that welcomes parents, visitors and community members to come inside and see what exciting things are taking place. One of those exciting things happened just a few … Continue reading →

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Favorite #33: NASCAR Driver, Hut Stricklin

Posted on March 13, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

NASCAR Legend, Hut Stricklin  Hut Stricklin is a name NASCAR fans are familiar with because at one time he was a top driver on that circuit. Starting out on short tracks in Alabama as a teenager, his career with NASCAR began … Continue reading →

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Favorite #32: Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital

Posted on March 5, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Jeff Gordon Children’s Hospital, CMC-Northeast  Although grandparents know grandchildren are a gift from God, it seems even more so when a grandchild has a life-threatening illness or disease. My family experienced that frightening event several weeks ago, when my newborn … Continue reading →

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Favorite #31: Dog Trainer

Posted on February 21, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Dog Trainer: Glenn Sherrill             Even a wonderful pet sometimes needs a little extra help and training. Well, if truth be known, it’s probably the owners who need help. If you find yourself in that position,  one of the best … Continue reading →

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Favorite #30: Grandchildren

Posted on February 14, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Grandchildren: A Gift from God             What is it about a newborn baby that causes adults to sit around in a trance, making sounds as if learning a new language? It’s as if no one in the room has seen … Continue reading →

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Favorite #29: 100 Years of Service

Posted on February 3, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Lonnie’s Life  100 Years of Service to Others             Several weeks ago I had the opportunity to meet a lady celebrating her 100th birthday at a party given to her by family and friends. Once an elementary school teacher, Lonnie Cruse Holmes had a teaching career … Continue reading →

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Favorite #28: Innovative Teacher, Mr. Anderson

Posted on January 27, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

InnovativeTeacher, Nick Anderson             Nick Anderson, a third grade teacher for the Rowan Salisbury Schools has been teaching elementary school for the past four years. Loving his profession and acquiring his Masters as a reading specialist, he is now working on his Doctorate in Administration … Continue reading →

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Favorite #27: Preschool Teacher

Posted on January 20, 2013 by Dicy McCullough

Preschool Teacher: Tara Safrit             Tara Safrit is one of those people who light up a room, making everyone a little happier for having spent time with her. Only 23, she already knows what it means to sacrifice comfort and … Continue reading →

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