Pam Gillespie Blanton

I've lead a pretty extraordinary life with a few bumps along the way. I've lived in Washington, Chicago, NYC, and Aspen for over 9 years, Austin for the past 17 years and recently moved to the charming town of Smithville. I worked for a United States President (due to our political climate I'm not going to mention which one, but feel free to ask me if you're inclined!), to five star hotels and luxury spas, award-winning chefs, acclaimed food & wine festivals and music festivals. After my 3rd major back surgery in the last four years due to adult onset scoliosis, I'm attempting to write my memoir, "Load Off My Back".

There are way too many fun and fond memories, but I still can't believe we used to drive through Jack-in the "Crack" before Pep Ralleys at 7am and get ice for our Tickle Pink Boone's Farm and get tipsy before school! Oh, and get away with it, too! 18 liquor laws -- so glad they are gone!