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Dicy McCullough
Dicy McCullough is a retired teacher and author of children's books. To learn more, check out her website at www.dicymcculloughbooks.Dicy Mccullough’s Books
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Favorite #96: Overton Elementary School
Leader in Technology This past March I was invited as an author to career day at Overton Elementary School in Salisbury, NC. Setting up for my presentation, I was pleasantly surprised to learn Overton’s classrooms are some of the most technologically advanced classrooms in the … Continue reading
Favorite #95: Memorial Day
A Time to Remember Traditionally, Memorial Day is spent relaxing and having fun with friends and family. While family time is important, President Clinton and Congress, in 1997, fearing the true meaning was getting lost among parties, picnics and parades, proposed a Moment … Continue reading
Favorite #94: Sweet Frog’s Dairy-Free Yogurt
Serving the Needs of All Customers A year and a half ago, my husband and I were blessed with our second grandson, Garrett. A healthy little boy-his future looked bright. One week later, however, we were facing the possibility of losing him. Thinking … Continue reading
Favorite #93: Mother’s Day
A Mother’s Heart is a Servant’s Heart On the second Sunday of May, it’s not unusual to hear the words, “Happy Mother’s Day.” Although moms everywhere enjoy getting flowers, candy and presents, most are happy just to spend time with … Continue reading
Favorite #92: Daughters of the American Revolution
Serving the Community Daughters of the American Revolution is an organization known in the community for patriotism and service. Formed in 1890, some of its goals include preserving history, providing scholarships, promoting literacy and supporting efforts to help veterans. Ever since I … Continue reading
Favorite #91: Earth Day
Time to Care Even though Earth Day has come and gone, if we’re really concerned about our environment, then Earth Day should be everyday. Since the first Earth Day in 1970, one must wonder if our efforts have even … Continue reading
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Favorite #90: Jazz, Beatles and the Rolling Stones
The Next Generation The Post-World War II Baby Boomer generation enjoyed the innocent and yet not so innocent years of youth listening to groups such as the Beatles and the Rolling Stones. Now, 50 years later, that style of music … Continue reading
Favorite # 89: National Volunteer Week
Serving the Community As I was driving by a church, recently, I saw a sign that said celebrate National Volunteer Week. With our economy and government stretched to the limit, people are finding new ways to fill in the gaps. … Continue reading
Favorite #88: Communities in Schools
Meeting the Needs of Children Communities in Schools is a wonderful resource for providing opportunities and programs some children might not otherwise experience. A partnership, this far reaching program serves students throughout the nation in approximately 27 states. Assisting students in becoming the best they can … Continue reading
Favorite #87: Cotton Ketchie in Love Valley
Preserving the Past through the Written Word A couple of weeks ago I shared about Cotton Ketchie’s expertise as an artist and photographer in blog post Favorite #83. Although I’ve known him for only a few months, he’s so warm … Continue reading