Deanie Griffin:  

Most of you called me the "poor little rich girl" even though I was far from that. My family is rich in many things- money is not one of them. I'd like to think that many of you remember me as more than just a band/ chorus geek, but that I tried to be a friend when you were in need and a good listener. I think everyone realized I was going to end up a music teacher. It had been my dream since I was 5. I graduated from Meredith College in 1984 and have been teaching every since. I am starting my 25 yr and have spent most of my time with middle school choruses. I know, who in their right mind wants to teach middle school? They are a unique breed, but the satisfaction when it comes together is incredible. For the last 20 years my choruses have been bringing home numerous 1st place trophies and superior ratings. I have also been doing church music pretty much since I was 16. I only lived away from Havelock for a few years. I was in Raleigh for 4 yrs for college, 2 yrs in Rocky Mt. and 2 yrs in MHC. I never wanted to leave the area or my family. I lost my mom in 2004 and life changed from that point on. I was married for a brief time-1989-1997 and have never remarried. I always thought I needed to in order to make my life complete and show I wasn't a failure. I have dated and been engaged several times, but just can't seem to make it down the altar. While I was married, my husband and I were foster parents and took in 2 girls (not related) at ages 5 and almost 7. We ended up adopting the oldest while we were married and I adopted the other days after my divorce. They've been a challenge. The younger one has no idea what she wants to do with her life. She'll be 21 in October. She is smart and beautiful, but lazy and unsure of herself. She has a severe fear of failure (probably got it from me- the "Queen of Low Self-Esteem). The other one started getting into trouble at age 13. Talk about taking your p...Expand for more