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I’ve been thinking a good bit about why I enjoy the Spring issue so much. As a parent
of four daughters, one of whom has written in this edition, I have tried to encourage
them to honor the senior population in our community. I see tremendous value, from
mentorship, and life lessons in our seniors, and it is important for me to pass that
insight to my girls. The more I watch them interact with seniors in our community, the the
more grateful I am for the way our older generation shows up—offering perspective,
patience, and wisdom when it is needed most publisher
My family has recently welcomed my in-laws into our home as they transition from
their home in another state to be closer to family. “Sandwich generation” is the term
often used for those of us who are caring for both the older generation who raised
us and the younger generation whom we are raising. It is not a unique situation, but
it is new to us, and we have been enjoying many opportunities to
ask for memories from “the olden days.” If you have found yourself
caring for both parents and children, you will recognize this season. It
stretches you, but it also gives you a front-row seat to how much each
generation needs the others.
In this issue, we have representatives from 13 different high schools
sharing about those who have made an impact on them. You will
notice that not all have chosen “seniors,” and we welcome that,
because we recognize that anyone can make an impact, no matter
which year they were born. As we mentioned in the Winter issue,
our magazine is entering a new season of honoring all generations.
Regardless of your age, someone is always looking up to you.

Besides the 13 high school senior articles, you will discover many other
inspiring essays. We are glad to share the stories about LCU legend Dr.
Don Williams, the celebration of Christ in the Arts 20th Anniversary,
and Chase Gabriel, the young gentleman who has taken a big interest
in the importance of our military history. People like “Doc” Williams,
the CITA community, and young men like Chase show us that investing
in people, stories, art, and beauty is worth the effort. Their lives are
illustrations of how to make a community more grounded, unified, and hopeful.
Thank you for picking up this copy. We do hope you enjoy it. Senior Link magazine has always been free because of
the advertisers who come alongside us. Because of their support, we are still able to offer this unique publication to
our readers at no cost. When you are able, let them know you saw their ad; it helps us keep telling stories that make a
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And don’t forget to look for our Summer issue, when we will celebrate the 250 birthday of America and the people
and businesses that make our community and our country special. If someone comes to mind as you read—an individual,
a business, a veteran—let’s talk about how to share their story. Our Fall edition will honor our Veterans, with a special
emphasis on female Veterans. Please contact us if you have anyone in your life you would like to honor.
Thank you for picking up this issue. We pray it inspires you, informs you, entertains you, and reminds you that we are so
blessed to live in West Texas.

Erin Agee

The Mission of Senior Link

Our mission is to tell the stories of local seniors, not only to honor them,
but also to inspire and challenge younger generations. We endeavor to link
seniors with the resources they need to ensure quality of life. We believe in
the strength of the chain, in linking with one another, and in linking all of
us to information which can enhance our lives. We recognize the value of
every season of life and the uniqueness of every story. Senior Link’s mission
rests in the power of connection.