Front Porch Philosophy
Making Apple Butter and Memories
Growing up in the Appalachians meant living close to the land and even closer to family. The hills rolled like old stories, and every season had its own rhythm. But …
Family
Retro Ramblings
My Last Conversation With My Dad
For years I’ve jokingly told people that Dale Earnhardt and Conway Twitty were my heroes. But the truth is, my Dad has always been my hero. Dad passed away this …
Retro Ramblings
Friday Nights
When I was a kid, the days at school seemed to drag by as slowly as a snail crossing a highway. I believe time slowed down during the hours of …
Retro Ramblings
Those Cups that Used to Come in Oatmeal
In this edition of Retro Rambling, I want to take you back to a small slice of nostalgia for me, and that’s back when I used to drink out of …