Winter 2020 Faulkner Lifestyle

PHOTOS BY BRANDY STRAIN-DAYER
Spencer, Xochilt, Samantha,
Selena and Sebastian Hawks
Where are you from? Spencer from
Conway and Xochilt from Houston, TX
Where do you work? Xochilt &
Spencer both work at Coldwell Banker
RPM GROUP; Spencer also works for
Arkansas State Legislature.
How did the two of you meet?
John Pettus, a friend of the family
and Spencer’s spiritual mentor, did
marketing for Xochilt’s restaurant. John
told Spencer that he should ask her out
on a date. The rest is history!
How long have you lived in Faulkner
County? Spencer over 30 years. Xochilt
has been here since high school.
What schools do your children
attend? Conway Christian School
When you get a date night where
do you go? Mike’s Place or Pasta Grill!
Although our last date we went for
pedicures and then went to Bulgogi
Korean BBQ on Oak Street.
When you shop local (for fun) what
stores are always on your list? Bell
and Sward, Your’s Truly. The Kitchen
Store and Simply Sweet Kids
Describe parenting in one
sentence. Parenting is the stewardship
of souls that God blesses us with to care
for and train.
What are your favorite things to do
as a family? Traveling and creating
new experiences
What activities are your children
involved in? Most consistently music,
dance, and gymnastics, but they also
play soccer during the Spring.
What is a favorite inspirational
quote/scripture that is important in
your family? “Sana, Sana, Colita de
rana. Si no sana hoy, sanara mañana.”
Translated: “Heal, heal, little toad tail. If
you don’t heal today, tomorrow will be
your day.” Said whenever a child bumps
their head, skins a knee, etc... It means it
will get better.
What do you love most about
living in this community? Conway
is a vibrant and growing community
that embraces diversity and has a
Philadelphian (brotherly love) charm.
Xochilt‘s favorite inspirational quote:
“
Sana, Sana, Colita de rana. Si no sana hoy, sanara mañana.“ Translated: ”Heal,
heal, little toad tail. If you don‘t heal today, tomorrow will be your day.“ Said
whenever a child bumps their head, skins a knee, etc… It means it will get better.
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