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on candy and comic books, they could take pride in the way are priceless! People
the fact they earned it. I became a hair stylist, which I ask me if I will ever retire?
really enjoyed because I got to meet so many people Absolutely Not! Why would I
from many walks of life. It was several of my clients, in when there is still so much to
fact, who convinced me to get my Real Estate License. pass down to Sharmai, so she
I guess that idea stuck with me because I started my can carry on and continue to
own company, Pat Ham Realtors, and have been give back to the city that has
selling homes and property to the wonderful people given so much to us! She and
of Lubbock for over 43 years. My daughter Sharmai is I are partners in the business
now my partner. Michaela is in Edmond, OK, enjoying and best friends in life! Sharmai and Pat
every moment with her husband, her children, and
grandchildren!
I see Lubbock as a big city with a small-town
attitude! It is growing so quickly. It might not look
the same, but it certainly feels the same. I watch as
this little-big city grows – its families and the sense
of community. I found a career that helped me
share that love. I am grateful for the part I play in
continuing to help Lubbock to grow and prosper;
it is my way of giving back to the community that
has given so much to me and my family through the
years. Encouraging people to make this city their
home is what brings me joy. Passing this down to my
daughter to carry on could not make me prouder! “Our Excellence Is Inspired by You!”
It was not always easy, starting and keeping a
business going for these many years, but like the
girls stocking those shelves, the pay is much more
than monetary. The friendships I have formed along

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