I love human-interest stories, don't you? There are so many talented people in the Pierce County area. I had the privilege of meeting one of them the other day. Calvin Gibson was kind enough to allow me to interview him for information about the "Swap n' Shop" event that was held June 4 at Graham Elementary School by the Graham-Kapowsin Community Council (GKCC). Calvin is the "marketing armGÇ¥ of the GKCC. He considers himself to be an inventor, and I would have to agree with that designation. In fact, he not only invents stuff-like collapsible Christmas trees, but is reinventing himself, as well. After a few starts and stops careerwise, Calvin chooses to spend his days helping his community. He has been involved in the Bethel School District for over 11 years. "Bethel PrideGÇ¥ featured him in an article, and the school district's kids dedicated one of their yearbooks to him! An unfortunate run-in with a major bank left Calvin without a house. But instead of considering himself a victim, he relocated to a living arrangement that allowed for him to be free of debt and stress. He now uses his time to give of himself to others. I enjoyed Calvin's entrepreneurial spirit, and believe the Graham-Kapowsin Community Council is lucky to have him as part of their staff.! Paula Morris Graham
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