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in her life. She realized that though
they were gone, she was thankful to
have had them in the first place.
After she married my grandfather,
Bobby Neal Fulks, in May of 2000, I
was born. Quickly taking me under
their wings, both Bobbie and Bobby
took on the challenges of raising a
new grandchild, encouraging my
creativity, and making me laugh
along the way. A new grandchild,
however, necessitated hard labor,
a loving demeanor, and relentless
patience. Nevertheless, they handled
all these situations very well.
They taught me the importance of
togetherness, to appreciate where My grandfather passed away, the world through her positive
I came from, to never forget the leaving a legacy of bravery, perspective on life.
experiences and memories that have contentment, and originality for me
molded me, and to relax. These to cherish. It was then I witnessed Bobbie has always taught me to be
values have helped me enjoy life’s the strength and courage Bobbie optimistic. Looking on the bright
little blessings. had in coping with his death and the side has ultimately allowed me to

Although my grandparents had deaths of her other family members. obtain enjoyment, self-satisfaction,
knowledge, and perseverance. Due
their arguments and bouts of ego Her character has impacted to her ability to demonstrate these
with each other, they enjoyed their my family’s hearts and minds, qualities through adversity, Bobbie
special moments. Taking trips on reminding us to remain strong and Lee Loflin, is my special Senior.
their Harley Davidson motorcycle tranquil in times of distress.
through the forests and towns of Bobbie carries her husband’s legacy
northern New Mexico, Bobbie recalls and touches the lives of my family.
the vivid orange and red leaves that We gain strength and courage from
fell gracefully beneath the Harley’s her deeply held values of God,
tires. She also enjoyed taking the family, friends, and honesty. She has
boat out to Lake Sumner and fishing embraced her experiences, remained
until the orange, yolk-like sun true to her roots, maintained my
touched the horizon. grandfather’s legacy, and viewed

Article Submitted by
Kyle Shipp FARWELL HIGH SCHOOL

Kyle Shipp, a Senior at Farwell High School, has played the trumpet in his school band
for eight years. He founded the Farwell High School Newsletter Club and continues
as the president. As an active student, he participates in UIL, FFA, Student Council,
National Honor Society, and volunteers for his community. His hobbies include reading
nonfiction books and writing articles. Kyle will pursue his passions of design and
innovation by majoring in mechanical engineering, with a minor in computer science
at Texas Tech University.

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