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Jesus Loves You

A Concrete Observation

As we left a Mexican restaurant tonight, I spotted what I thought was some graffiti on the sidewalk. Being a fan of some occasional street art, I walked over to see what it was. In chalk, I see the words, “Jesus Loves You”. A great reminder for me, and a possible revelation for others. While […]

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Michael Myrick - Hendrick Performance - 1967 Corvettes

Why I Left A “Dream Job”

*Quick Summary: The author describes why he left a dream job, and speaks to uncertainty ahead.* I’ve had a few people ask why I left a “Dream Job” at Hendrick Performance/Hendrick Motorsports. Indeed, I had a great job there. It was by far the easiest, best paying, highest-profile job I’d ever had. Rick Hendrick and […]

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Brad Paisley with the "Hey, why don't you take a picture, it'll last longer" look

Brad Paisley’s “Crushin’ It” Tour

Having worked with Brad Paisley on a several occasions in my previous job, it was a pleasure to once again see him in concert recently while on tour for his album Moonshine In The Trunk. Always gracious, Brad and his father Doug continue to take extremely good care of us, even though I no longer […]

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Michael Myrick – Hendrick Performance – 1967 Corvettes

Hendrick Performance

I had a great time and learned so much working for Hendrick Performance since its launch in 2010. Yesterday, I departed the Hendrick companies after over 22.5 combined years, to pursue the next step in my life. I simply cannot thank Rick Hendrick and all his employees enough for the years of amazing love and […]

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Screenshot of the "Steel Moonshiner" from the Brad Paisley Crushin' It video © Frames Per Second

“Crushin’ It” Video

Pretty tickled to see the Hendrick Heritage Center featured briefly in now a second Brad Paisley music video. The video for Brad’s song, “Crushin’ It” is below. He drew and animated the whole thing himself, which is very impressive! If you look closely, you’ll see a scene where Brad‘s character, dressed as a robot called […]

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Rick Hendrick © Autostock, Brian Czobat

Nicola Bulgari Award

I had the opportunity to meet Nicola Bulgari a few years ago when he toured the Hendrick Heritage Center. He is a huge fan of big American built cars from the immediate pre and post-war era. It is always interesting to meet people of his stature, and I’m happy to see Rick Hendrick will be […]

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#46 City Chevrolet Lumina at Daytona, 2009 © Autostock, USA Brian Czobat

Rick Hendrick’s Favorite Movie Car

From an upcoming episode of AmeriCarna, Rick Hendrick and Ray Evernham discuss Days of Thunder and the #46 City Chevrolet car, now housed in the Hendrick Heritage Center. Having been involved in the filming of the movie originally, managed the restoration of this car, and now managing the building it is displayed in, this episode […]

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Act like a Christian!

Act like a Christian!

Oftentimes we tend to run our mouths and give great lip service to being a Christian and forget to actually ACT LIKE one. All the ideals and perfect scenarios in the world don’t matter if you’re not a good example of Christ. Don’t tell me, show me. Jesus spent more of His recorded time in […]

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Charlie Brooks headstone

Charlie Brooks

A year ago today, my nephew Charlie, my sister Michelle’s son, died of a self-inflicted gunshot. His loss is truly a family tragedy. Very much like both of his sisters, I had lost touch with Charlie after my sister’s death. Unlike his sisters, I was unable to re-establish contact with him before his death. It […]

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Carolina Delites

Mom’s Recipe – Carolina Delites (No-Bake Cookies)

*One of Mary Myrick’s best recipes* Ingredients: Combine the butter, sugar, cocoa powder and milk in a 2 qt. saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat while stirring. Remove from heat and stir in the peanut butter and vanilla, mixing well. Stir in the oatmeal, mixing well. Drop by spoonfuls onto a cookie sheet […]

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