WHY I moved to Alabama in 1976

That's a question I am frequently asked in talking with visitors to the Alabama Capitol building, where I am a docent.

Many people move for a job, and that was my motivation back then, though I figured I would spend "a few years" in the South.

Once I arrived, in Birmingham initially, other opportunities led me to stay much longer...promotions, relationships, home purchases etc.

So here I am, almost a half CENTURY later, still in 'Bama.