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Maybe more than you want to know, but this is who we are.
We met a long time ago! We met in college at Garrett Community College in McHenry, MD. We suppose it was love at first site. We dated throughout our freshmen and sophomore years and tied the knot on May 8, 1976! We jokingly say that we were young and dumb. LOL! Maybe you can relate.
A major part of our life together centered around basketball. When we met in college, Michael was a basketball player and played throughout his college days. After college, he coached middle school, high school and college basketball. He had a pretty good career, averaging 20 pt./game and over 11 rebounds.
While basketball was important, it wasn’t the most important part. That will be explained as you read down through this page.
After graduating from college, (Frostburg State University), I taught physical education in central West Virginia and then just outside of Washington, D.C. I loved teaching physical education.
Fayann was a homemaker; and much more than that. Yes, she took care of the house. Yes, she paid all the bills. But the most important part of who she was… raising our children.
For us, Fayann being a stay-at-home mom was very important. We believe her staying at home shaped the lives of our children, and consequently, our grandchildren is a very positive way.
If we had to do it all over again, we couldn’t change a thing.
For most of his career in education, Michael was a school principal. He loved the challenge that came with the job. He covered all grade levels; elementary through high school. Could you imagine. Michael retired in November, 2021.
You need to know, we are Christians. We both accepted Jesus Christ as my Lord and Savior in 1979. He is the center of our lives (as well as our families). Michael became a pastor in 2014. He loves serving the Lord by sharing the Good News about salvation through Jesus Christ.
Our family is our life. We have been tremendously blessed. We have 2 children who now have children of their own. I guess that makes us grandparents. They call Fayann “Nanny,” Michael “Pappy.” We love it!
We have lived a blessed life. Sometimes life throws you a curveball when you are looking for a fastball. None of us are exempt. Neither are we. In August 2019, Fayann suffered a massive stroke and in February 2023, another one. Both came totally unexpected but we were ready because of our faith. She has worked extremely hard at recovery; continues to do so.
She had a choice. She could quit or press on. She is pressing on!
Thank you for taking the time to read a little about us. We hope this gave you some much needed insight as to who we are. It is our hope that God richly blesses you!