About Henderson County, TN

Earlier today I spoke with the Henderson County Chamber Director and found out that I have been selected as a member of the 2009 Leadership Henderson County Class.

This is a great program that is put together annually as a personal development program to create a diverse group of informed, committed and qualified individuals who will provide a leadership source for Henderson County organizations, both public and private. The program encourages, identifies, and develops community leaders.

Leadership Henderson County was started during 1996 as a part of the Governor's Three Star Community Award Initiative. Today, this has proven to be one of the best programs ever implemented by the Chamber of Commerce. The participation from the community has been overwhelming. The classes have made very effective changes in the future of our county.

The class meets in ten sessions during the year to provide these individuals with a better understanding of major concerns and opportunities facing Henderson County. Some of the topics that may be covered this year included teamwork, medical, economic development, tourism, public safety, government, education.

I am so excited to have the opportunity to be a part the 2009 Leadership Henderson County (TN) class and to share with all you 'Rainers' how I progress!

My Dad has been pretty sick the last few weeks. A stroke several years ago has left him very fragile.

I visited him at the hospital today. As the doctors struggle to find the right medication to help him fight the infection from pneumonia, he lay there in a coma.

I sat bedside just staring at him. Thankful that he is my DAD. So proud of him. How much I have learned from him over the years. How many times he has said to me "You can do it"!

Dad has always been a risk taker. Starting his business in the 50's when times were just as uncertain. My Dad was an awesome TV salesperson and repairman. I can still remember when color TV pictures hit the market. Everybody we knew wanted to replace their old black and white TV's. We were rich.....or so we thought. My Mom got a new stove, and all us kids got a bicycle.

I remember when we built our new home in 1957. We were the first family in the community to have an indoor bathroom. With four children, can you believe one bath. Amazing what we take for granted today.

Dad has always been a GOD fearing, Church going man. Firm, high expectations, consequences were certain if you disobeyed or broke the rules, demanded respect, kind, and always a family man.

I am certain there is no finer man than my DAD. He has taught me the kind of person I want to be from his example.

Every child deserves a DAD like mine.....how lucky I am.

Linda Lipscomb 731-695-1118 http://lindalipscomb.com

RE/MAX Unlimited 870 W. Church St. 731-249-5376

As 2009 rings in, what a perfect time to become involved in the Imagination Library. A wonderful program. Become a sponsor today. Just think if all area businesses would reward one child with books for a year!!!

Your generosity will be rewarded many times over.

$30 Sponsors the cost of one child's books for a year.

Mail sponsorship to: Henderson County Imagination Library c/o Mayor McDaniel

17 Monroe Ave., Suite 4

Lexington, Tn. 38351

Linda Lipscomb RE/MAX Unlimited 870 W. Church St. Lexington, TN. 38351

http://lindalipscomb.com

Curly's Kids is an organization started several years ago by Curly Freeman.

Curly's Kids is a group of caring adults who move heaven and earth to make sure children have a brighter Christmas. That they receive at least one present. Can you see little one with that big ole smile when the gifts are delivered. Quite a sight!

Curly's Kids goal this year was to help 30 children. Would you believe the total number was 50.

It just goes to show what a giving and caring community we have here in Lexington, TN.

I wouldn't want to live anywhere else.

And for those of you considering a move in 2009.....don't make a decision without checking out Henderson County, TN. Truly a place to make home.

Linda Lipscomb 731-695-1118

RE/MAX Unlimited 870 W. Church St. Lexington, TN. 731-249-5376

http://lindalipscomb.com

The employees of the Lexington TN City Water & Gas Departments are pretty amazing folks.

Why??

Because they constantly help those in need. One example. Instead of allowing the City to spend money for door prizes given away at their annual Christmas Party, they decided to donate the money to two local charities. What an unselfish act!!! We could all learn a lesson here.

Think about the upcoming Inauguration. What if the President-Elect made a decision. Yes, a stand not to allow the spending of millions of dollars on this big party. Why if he lead the change to donate the funds allocated to this function to a worthwhile charity or event. Wouldn't that be a wonderful gesture to all of the Country.

May your 2009 be filled with good health, wealth, and many, many blessings!

Linda Lipscomb 731-695-1118

RE/MAX Unlimited 870 W. Church St. Lexington, TN. 731-249-5376

http://lindalipscomb.com