Honoring the Past, Building a Future
Rocky Mount is full of heroes. Peter Varney is certainly one of them. I have heroes on my mind since the astronauts brought safely home received so little attention. Main Street is going to start writing about Rocky Mount heroes ASAP. In the mean time think on this…………. What ignoring Elon Musk's latest success in … Continue reading Heroes Among Us: Recognizing Greatness in Rocky Mount and Beyond
Congratulations to Brandon and Travis, and everyone who contributed to this fantastic achievement! The same wonderful owners, the same great food, and the same attentive staff have now found a new home with ample parking and seating. The interior design, which I’d describe as delightfully 'fun'. The bar area is so inviting you might just … Continue reading From Vision to Reality: Welcoming Barley & Burger to Its New Home Doors Open Today!
What a great experience I had when my special friend, the Fun Director at Sky-vue Skateland, Denise Watkins, invited me to the Picnic For Peacemakers hosted by the amazing Englewood Baptist Church. This was my first Peacemakers experience. I am certain that the leadership of this group is providing a model for the nation to … Continue reading Shining Light in South Rocky Mount: Peacemakers’ Remarkable Mission
We've all said at one time or another, "I'd like to have been a fly on the wall,“ where unseen we could have watched what was happening. I got that opportunity because I was in the right place at the right time. My computer needed a new battery and I had a noon appointment with … Continue reading Restoring More Than Buildings: Terrick’s Impact On The Rocky Mount Community
With my phone camera this doesn't do justice to this view, but I loved the moments trying to capture this architectural gem for my own heart and now for you. How proud we are of the American flag waving over Main Street. Bless this land of ours.
I can't imagine my life without the music I grew up listening, singing and dancing to. Starting with my father's two favorite songs, Melancholy Baby and Stardust, 'my music' has followed me through the years. I never dreamed I'd be singing the opening lines of Melancholy Baby to my children, grandchildren and great grands. (Come … Continue reading Rocky Mount, NC: Paying Tribute To Milton Bullock Who Has Crossed The River Jordon
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