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If I were going to describe Cha' Tullis, the first wording that comes to mind is, "a ring for every finger and a heart as big as Texas." You'll recognize him when you see him as he stands head and shoulders above most men. He's an icon and a treasure with a heart for both Osage County and his community of Hominy that touches mine. Men like this one are rare.Hominy is a community with its own uniqueness. High atop a hill overlooking the town, 20' tall metal Indian sculptures silhouette the western sky. One day I went exploring (with the owner's permission - sorta) and climbed up to the top of that very hill. The view was gorgeous, but I was amazed at the size of those sculptures! New Territory is their name, and they have one of the best views in Oklahoma from their perch. New Territory sets Hominy apart, thanks to the vision and creativity of Cha' Tullis.Many buildings sport fading murals throughout the downtown area. Those too, tell the story of a man with a generous heart who willingly poured it out through every calculated stroke of a paintbrush many years ago. That man was Cha' Tullis.If you hear Native American music downtown when you open your car door, follow it. It will lead you to the door of the Cha' Tullis Gallery where Cha' and his wife, Tina, spend their days making jewelry and making friends. From hides to painted canvas art, ponchos to straw hats, and one-of-a-kind turquoise jewelry creations - you'll always find something new every time you visit - and I definitely recommend that you visit! Every community has them - the gems who go above and beyond, who give their best, who believe in their fellow man, and who make where they come from a better place for all. I call them the engaged. Not like with a ring on their left hand - but in Cha's case - yes, like with a ring on their left hand, on every finger LolThese are the pearls. The ones who have withstood the pressure to quit, give up, or throw in the towel. These are the ones who have stood the test of time - who now are tempered and unbreakable and who jingle like a handmade spur rowel on a wooden front porch. The engaged don't complain about the problems, they bring solutions to the table. They are the outside-of-the-box thinkers, the innovative entrepreneurs, the overcoming dream pursuers, and the ones not spreading infectious small-town manure. It rhymed - but still, just sayin'.These are the very things legends are made of - and Cha' Tullis is a hero and a legend in Osage County - not just because I say so, but because he was recognized as such by the Osage County Historical Society as well, in 2019. However, Cha' would never tell you these things when you're visiting with him over a jewelry showcase in downtown Hominy. He'd be more interested in talking to you about your life and your accomplishments and making you feel appreciated and important. But I guess that's just the way men of his character and caliber behave.I'd encourage you to drive over to Hominy to the Cha' Tullis Gallery (ChaTullisGallery.com). Recently, Cha' sat down with The Tourism Gal and recorded an episode of the Osagin' It podcast you can download on Spotify, Google Play, Amazon, Pandora, iHeart, iTunes, and more - where he talks about how he got started in the art business as well as his heart for Hominy, Osage County, Oklahoma.Until next time, y'all come see us in the place where the smiles are always in Osage County Oklahoma. And we will leave the lights on for you.