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Dr. Kyrstin Krist, Professor at Methodist University and member of Rogue Roller Derby What has been your greatest success/accomplishment? I am most proud of the work I did at Columbia High School in Columbia, South Carolina. I was blessed to get a job with Play it Smart, a program funded through the NFF and FFL. I changed the entire academic culture of the athletes I worked with. I would not trade a minute of my life with my players for anything. They taught me as much as I taught them. I will always be most proud of calling myself an Academic Coach. When not at work, what occupies your time? When not at Methodist I am either at roller derby or at my part time job at WHBM. I think my hobby might include grading papers.... Is that a hobby? Why did you choose your profession? I chose teaching for the moment when you see it all "click" in the student, the "ah-ha" moment. This is the very tangible moment when you know you have effectively changed their life through knowledge and education. There is no other feeling like it. Dr. Mike Safley, Chaplain at Methodist University What has been your greatest success/accomplishment? I was awarded the Order of the Long Leaf Pine by Governor Mike Easley in 2005 for my work in the area of family and child welfare. When not at work, what occupies your time? That is a tough question because I am usually at work. My life is my work. I enjoy working. Work to me is complete joy. I have enjoyed every job I ever had. Who is your hero? I have four heroes actually. They are Ghandi, Martin Luther King, Nelson Mandela and former President Jimmy Carter. Samantha Thompson, Co-Owner of Blue Moon Café and Fabulous Finds Boutique What is your greatest accomplishment/success? I am extremely proud that our two businesses continue to give back and support our community. The reputation that we have cultivated through our staff and their commitment to both busi- nesses make me extremely grateful. When not at work, what occupies your time? My hobbies are being with good friends, traveling, shopping of course! I also like to get in a good naptime. Why did you choose your profession? I love challenges and the shop was a natural fit for me because of my love of fashion and style. And when the opportunity came up with Blue Moon, I thought it would be great to be involved with downtown. Greg Whitley, Attorney What has been your greatest success or accomplishment? I guess my greatest accomplishment would be that I went into the practice of law with the intention of fighting for those in need of an advocate. While it's not always all roses, I feel that I've built a practice where I am able to assist those who need my help. When not at work, what occupies your time? I'm a board member of The Care Clinic, a nonprofit free health clinic that serves low-income members of our community who work, but cannot afford health insurance. As an outdoorsman, I enjoy fishing, waterfowl hunting and golf, among others. Who is your hero? My late wife, Caroline Whitley. In the face of a terminal diagnosis, she always kept a positive attitude and never wavered in her desire to make a difference in her community and to those around her. She taught me to appreciate every day we have here and to live life to it's fullest. Aaron Hill, Co-Owner of Naturally Unleashed What has been your greatest success/accomplishment? So far in my life, I would say that's being able to start and maintain two successful family businesses. When not at work, what occupies your time? When not at work, going to the gym, friends, sports, fishing and traveling are all things I enjoy doing... by myself or with friends or family. Why did you choose your profession? I chose my profession with Diamond Pet Foods and co-owning Naturally Unleashed because of my passion to show people they can feed their pets healthy food at an affordable price. We wanted THE RESTORE NOW WILL BE OPEN OPEN SATURDAY, OCT 19 REGULARDAYS && HOURS: WEDNESDAY-FRIDAY 9-5 & SATURDAY9-3 REGULAR DAYS HOURS: THURSDAYS & FRIDAYS 9-5 & SATURDAYS 9-3 • 100% of profits support HFH • The ReStore is eco friendly • All donations are tax deductible • Changing inventory • Free pickup for larger items We accept new and gently used building materials, furniture, appliances, plumbing, flooring, lighting, electronics, hardware, and household goods. restore@fayettevillenchabitat.org 910-920-4657 • 3833 Bragg Blvd (at the corner of Bragg and Bargain St) 54 | January/February • 2014

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