Chip Smith:  

I can remember the great times and parties we had. There was one we had at my house at the last minute. We had 75 show up! My parents were awesome. My dad made lime daiquiris checking with parents first and having those who drank not drive but spend the night. My mom and dad were so cool! It was our Junior year. Principal Hausen was a hoot walking down the halls and calling us by name. I spent much time in his office in trouble of some sort or another but he was always stern but forgiving. However, many detentions. I bet they don’t have smoking areas anymore. Every morning we would meet on the side of the cafeteria outside and smoke (inhaling of course). I enjoyed being in the marching and symphonic band. We had such great fun at band camp and marching in the Memphis Dogwood Festival. I was not the easiest or best of students but did end up on the University of Texas Marching Band! Our band director at North Spring would of been proud of me. I went into the United States Air Force soon after graduation. After getting into much trouble in Atlanta with my cohorts Don Chambers and Hal Nesley, the Judge gave me a choice: jail time or a military career. It was a no brainer what I should do and I had a wonderful time in the military serving for 7 years and honorably discharged. I gave my life to Jesus while I was stationed in Alaska. I moved to Aust...Expand for more