I was born and raised in Avery County. After attending high school at Avery and college at Appalachian State University, I moved to Morganton and worked for Martin family Ford. After a 30-year career in the car business, I decided to move back to the mountains that I call home and work for Wheels Contracting. I have three children, and four grandchildren that I adore with all my heart. I love to hunt and fish, and above all I love the Lord.