Currently reside in Rockingham, NC with my best friend of 40 years, Mary. Have run 30 marathons and several smaller races. Did a mini triathalon through AARP in Pinehurst, NC. Started long distance running when I was 42 years old. I will be running my 15th Ellerbe Springs marathon this month in Ellerbe, NC. Best marathon was in Columbia, SC - 4:18. Love the outdoors. I am also a blacksmith and have made the awards for the Hinson Lake 24 hour run in Rockingham, NC. I come from a family of 12 children. Nine boys and three girls. I have two children Lisa and Tom. A terrific daughter through marriage Lydia. And last but not least a my granddaughter Hannah Marie. My best running friend, who I consider my 9th brother, is Doug Dawkins from Rockingham, NC.
