There's support, and then there's the support of a lifelong friend.
I've known Debbie Childress -- way back when, she was Debbie Coe -- for years. We went to school together, from elementary all the way through high school. Today, she owns Debbie's Snack Bar in Hamptonville. Debbie has one of my decals on the door, another next to the cash register, and a brochure under glass.
Located on Old 421, near the intersection of New 421 and Asbury Church Rd., the snack bar is the very definition of a local institution. Then known as Welborn's Snack Bar, my parents frequented the restaurant when they dated and I've been going there for as long as I can remember ... and then some.
I'd just like to take this opportunity to thank Debbie for her backing ... and her friendship.
