Dorothy Ballenger was named as the 2011 old Hickory Citizen of the Year at our recent Christmas Banquet. A long-time member of the community, Dorothy has offered leadership both through her faith commitment in area churches, but most importantly in her work with kids as the Children’s Librarian at our local library. Dorothy was utterly surprised by the award, and wrote the following note to share with the members of the Chamber.
December 15
My dear friends,
Surprised! That’s me!
Humbled! That’s me!
Grateful! That’s me!
I am at a loss for the words adequate enough to express my thanks for the honor you so graciously showered upon me. I feel totally unworthy. There are so many of you who have poured your efforts into our own special niche in this wonderful nation. Each of you should be thanked for acting upon your commitments toward keeping Old Hickory a singularly blessed haven for all who live here.
I want to thank all who even thought of my name as a possibility. Imagine that! Spence Talley’s introduction was a great surprise. When he mentioned the recipient was his neighbor I looked around trying to find the “other person” from our street. I’m still curious to find out who gave him so much of my “history.”
I’m thrilled that my son was able to accompany me and that my sister and her husband could be there also. We will have a memory to share. This was a night to cherish!
Thank you!
Dorothy Ballenger
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