From the Archives – 5 Things
August 1, 2018 1. The other day Granny called and said there was the prettiest terrapin she ever saw in…
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Blueberry Salad
BERRIES: HOMEGROWN AND FROM NATURE Along with fruit, berries have enjoyed great appeal with the folks of Appalachia. For starters,…
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Pap Still Soothing Babies
Pap and my brother Steve The sound of Pap’s guitar and his singing were the background music to mine and…
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Overheard
“He and his family had a great big house. It felt as empty as a gun barrel. The old married…
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Walnut Grove Memoirs – Porch
Today’s guest post was written by Tamela Cook. I spend a lot of time sitting on my porch. It is…
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Granny Update
I took Granny to the doctor yesterday to find out the results of some recent tests. The report: all good!…
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Gathering Fodder
Photo courtesy of Western Carolina University Southern Appalachian Digital CollectionsTo see an enlarged version visit this page and click on photo. J….
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Hot Weather & Change
It has been hot and humid in Brasstown. The sort of weather that makes you feel like you’re swimming to…
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Melons
MELONS Melons have always drawn culinary raves, and who can resist the allure of an icy watermelon, so bursting with…
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Neither Do I Condemn Thee
Today’s post was written by Paul. Today I’m sharing a song Granny and I recorded earlier this week. On the…
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Riddle 49
I’m sharing another riddle from Way Down Yonder on Troublesome Creek Appalachian Riddles & Rusties by James Still. Old Dial Thomas built…
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An Extree Fine Job
I love that old Frank Profitt song too, Tipper. Paul & Pap did a very fine job or as my…
