and it brings well wishes of hope, love and charity to the real Blount County A-list.

Yes, you know who you are. You are the ones who stand up and are counted. Those of you who don't say or think what is in it for me rather you ask how it will effect others. Week in and week out the real Blount County A-listers work to make not only Blount County but the world a better place- one person or one issue at a time. Perhaps the most amazing thing is that you simply do not realize the impact you can and do have on the lives of others.

I have had the privilege to see some of these effects first hand. So on behalf of those you all have helped in one way or another, I want to say a heart felt thank you and raise a glass of good cheer in your honor.