I am 43, so I have missed the whole Western culture - Roy Rogers, Dale Evans, Gene Autry. One of my desires is to bring back that character of the West
I coordinate getting materials out here like the trailers and fork lifts
What's my passion? The same thing it was in the Army - taking care of my boss. I really feel fortunate to work out here with the people from the food bank. The staff is just excellent.
I like the idea of helping out and serving others ... I think this is a great cause.
I just help wherever they need me ... People bring stuff in, and I just do whatever I can to help.
After I sold my business, I was looking for something to do ... I became acquainted with the food bank and started volunteering there and have stayed around until they want to run me off. It's been a good experience.
It's been tremendously impressive ... especially seeing the kids come here. They're not here just to be on television. You can see they really believe in what they're doing.
I look forward to this week every year
It allows everyone to see the good in the people of the South Plains. That's one of the reasons I believe we're fortunate to live where we do. People here open their hearts and their pocketbooks to help each other all the time - and especially this time of year.
I think it's reasonable for her to be in the top 15 of the series when she's running. Obviously, maybe the first few races, we'll see what that brings ... She's got to get in there and get used to the cars. Hopefully, everybody will remember that and won't be so quick to judge, which is easy to do.