Jim ‘N Nick’s Bar-B-Q
I learned a lot of skills and confidence in my abilities from my former job. Fast-paced days and hard work were the “norm!” However, my favorite thing I learned was how good grilled onions and cheddar cheese are on a sliced brisket sandwich.
Adventures at Hoover Parks
I was fortunate to grow up near both sets of my grandparents. My dad’s parents lived on Patton Chapel Road near Star Lake, and my mom’s parents lived in Tal-Heim off of Rocky Ridge Road. My dad’s mom and I often visited Star Lake, feeding the ducks.
Hoover Public Library
I’ve worked at the Hoover Public Library since 1998, and I will never cease to be amazed by the level of events we host. We have something for everyone. Do you want to hear a Grammy Award-winning artist? Great! Have you dreamed of meeting the author of your favorite book series? No worries! Check the Southern Voices line-up to see if they will be in attendance this year.
Aldridge Gardens
My family saluted two veterans–my grandfather, William Earl “Buck” Sloan, Sr., Air Force Veteran, and my great-uncle, John Hamilton “Ham” Perkins Jr., Navy Veteran–by dedicating the branch flags at the Veterans Memorial Arbor at the gardens.
The Love of Grandparents
My grandfather would often buy me a Grapico on the way home from school. I loved getting to eat lunch with him and my grandmother. We’d often play gin rummy together afterwards. These are memories I’ll never forget.
