Over Mountain Men & The Fourth Of July
Most historians agree the Battle Of Kings Mountain in South Carolina was the turning point in the American Revolutionary War….
Clouds, Sisters, Raspberries, & A Screendoor
Clouds White Blue Billow Move Mount On The Dark Side Sky Sisters Silly Sweet Love Hate Forgive Hurry Mom Is…
Netwest Mountain Poets & Writers
Netwest Mountain Writers and Poets is a non-profit organization which helps facilitate the efforts of writers living in Western NC,…
Summer Has Arrived In Appalachia
The Summer Solstice was on June 20th. For several days before and after, the Sun seems to stand still. The…
Treasure Hunting in Appalachia
Paul and me on one of our treasure hunting trips up the creek. I don’t know which is worse-my knee…
That Silvered Haired Daddy Of Mine
Pap is the best father a girl or boy could have and I’m so very thankful he’s the one my…
My Daddy’s Guitar
Paul and Pap Pap’s first guitar was a Kay-he shared with his brother. Pap thinks it came from a…
June Is The Time For A Shivaree
June is one of the most popular months for weddings. Appalachia has many interesting customs and sayings surrounding matrimony-one being…
United We Stand
Memorial Day was first officially celebrated on May 5, 1868. There are numerous stories as to who actually started Memorial…
I Am From Canning Jars
I am from canning jars, bare feet, and Gibson Guitars I am from steep ridges, dark hollers, and burned bridges…
Ramp Hunting Time In Appalachia
Ramps have a garlicy onion taste-only with a more intense flavor and smell. Generally they can be found at higher…
I’d Like to Wander Back
Wandering back in time is a common theme in Terry Thornton’s writing. He lives in the hills of Mississippi and…