Home: Tuscaloosa, MS. Birthplace: Fulton, MS. Profession: Head bank teller. Alma mater: Itawamba Community College.
Current project: Family tree research. Recent recognition: Awarded Real Daughter of the American Revolution (DAR). Latest contribution to others: Devoted poll worker for many decades. Hobbies: Genealogy and cooking and traveling internationally. Recent travel or adventure: Ireland and Greece and through Europe. Last book read: John Grisham books. Recent unique acquisition: A Jaguar car given to me by my son Dr. Bennett Jr.
Personality profile: Outgoing and active, hardworking, frugal with finances. What one word would your closest friend use to describe you? Hard working, honest. Moral compass: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. What is your greatest joy? My grandchildren. What is your favorite place (or way) to spend money? Gifts for the kids and grandchildren. What is at the top of your bucket list? Traveling with my grandchildren; Cancun. How do you relieve stress? Walking and being active. What ingredient is essential to your perfect vacation? Friends and family.
What book have you repeatedly read? John Grisham mystery books. What’s prominently featured on your home or office wall? Pictures of children and grandchildren. What’s the best advice you received growing up? Tell the truth, be honest, work hard. What’s the best advice you received in your career? Get up early, stay busy, stay attentive to detail. What modern technology innovation do you most appreciate? Personal computers. What is your go-to source of creative inspiration? My children and grandchildren. What personal circumstance has had the greatest influence on your life? Being born during World War II.
What is your big idea?
Making the world better for children, with time and life lessons.
What change would you like to see in the world? Greater kindness. What widely held belief do you reject? The belief that money buys happiness.
Who would you like to spend an evening with, in heaven? Family members who have passed away. As a kid, what did you first want to be when you grew up? Mother and loving wife. How would you choose to spend tomorrow, if you knew it was your last day on earth? With family. What day in your life would you choose to re-live? Rebirth and holding my children and grandchildren.
Personal mission: Dedication to helping individuals, Lee County Library, and poll working. Personal motto: Do unto others as you would have them do unto you. Favorite quote: “Be kind one to another.” Desired epitaph: Love one another.
