I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Mr. Bill Barnet.

I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Mr. Bill Barnet. I am sure many of my friends and colleagues know Bill, but our time chatting was more than intriguing...it was insightful. Here is a man who grew up working in the family Textile Mill becoming an amazing servant of Spartanburg. As a member of the Board of Trustees for the Duke Endowment, he has help lead amazing philanthropic initiatives impacting so many people in South Carolina. His interview was one of the most intriguing, insightful, and uplifting conversation as we spoke directly about a man that was the beneficiary of Access Health Spartanburg, funded by The Duke Endowment and supported by Spartanburg Regional. He said that Dwight Rice's story touched him in so many ways, giving credence to an initiative helping so many Carolinians with healthcare. I can't wait to share Dwight's story and Bill's perspective, showcasing amazing healthcare innovation for the uninsured. #Canon #5dmarkiii #BringIt #healthcare

I had the wonderful opportunity to interview Mr. Bill Barnet. I am sure many of my friends and colleagues know Bill, but our time chatting was more than intriguing…it was insightful. Here is a man who grew up working in the family Textile Mill becoming an amazing servant of Spartanburg.

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Dr. McNair and importance of understanding African American Children’s Literature

If you have not met Dr. Jonda McNair from Clemson University, you are missing an opportunity to truly learn about African America Children’s Literature. This past Thursday evening, we were invited to hear Dr. McNair read a few children’s books written by well known African American Children’s Literature authors, an experience that was so much more than being exposed to great books. We were among twenty families from the community invited to the Anderson County Library, one of only two white families in attendance. From the moment we sat down, and Dr. McNair began sharing her experience and the books she was going to read, we knew we were thankful for the invitation. Rose was able to pick ten books we would have never thought of choosing; books with a different way of telling a story…many stories new for Sarah and I to read. I have to admit, Sarah and I encouraged Rose to choose a few books for our own exploration and enjoyment. I just know that as we raise Rose, we are intentionally teaching her to “break bread” with people beyond her own "skin." #Canon #5dmarkiii #Rosebud

If you have not met Dr. Jonda McNair from Clemson University, you are missing an opportunity to truly learn about African America Children’s Literature. This past Thursday evening, we were invited to hear Dr. McNair read a few children’s books written by well known African American Children’s Literature authors, an experience that was so much more than being exposed to great books. We were among twenty families from the community invited to the Anderson County Library, one of only two white families in attendance.

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