Author Archives: Tom Lawrence

About Tom Lawrence

Tom is our resident historian and writer of fiction. He is also the boss. So really, he can do whatever he wants, as long as Mary doesn't mind.

Divine Little League

Posted on March 13, 2017 by Tom Lawrence

Once again, we’re hoping to bring some cheer to Tom Lawrence—founder of Front Porch Press, LLC, our parent company—as he experiences this difficult time in his life. This is one of his charming stories (mostly true) that gives some insight … Continue reading →

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The Canton Ladies’ Club

Posted on March 6, 2017 by Tom Lawrence

Tom Lawrence is the founder of Front Porch Press LLC, Porchscene’s parent company. Tom is currently quite ill, so to honor him, I’d like to reprint one of his earlier posts. The story is based in fact, with only slight embellishment from … Continue reading →

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CULINARY QUEST by Tom Lawrence

Posted on June 23, 2015 by Tom Lawrence

Galatoire’s Restaurant, New Orleans, LA The quest for delicious food is something most of us can sink our teeth into. Heated discussions take place regularly over who has the best barbeque or the most authentic ethnic delicacy. We’ve all experienced … Continue reading →

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MISSISSIPPI DELTA NATIONAL HERITAGE AREA by Tom Lawrence

Posted on June 1, 2015 by Tom Lawrence

  The Mississippi Delta is a unique and special place.   In my book, Delta Days: Tales of the Mississippi Delta, I quoted writer, David Cohn when he said, “The Mississippi Delta starts in the lobby of the Peabody Hotel … Continue reading →

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The Time Machine by Tom Lawrence

Posted on April 7, 2015 by Tom Lawrence

    We have all experienced a sense of déjà vu triggered by some sensory stimuli. It could be the smell of burning leaves or the sound of a train moving through the night. Just for an instant, we are … Continue reading →

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The Striped Pig Distillery by Tom Lawrence

Posted on March 9, 2015 by Tom Lawrence

There is an old and familiar smell wafting through the winter breezes all across the South, the distinctive aroma of grain cooking in copper kettles. I remember well the first time I noticed this unique odor; I was ten years … Continue reading →

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Easy Frittata by Tom Lawrence

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Tom Lawrence

  Tom’s Frittata INGREDIENTS: 1 pound of chorizo, with casing removed 1 cup of grated cheese of your choice 1 quart of Egg Beaters or similar product ½ cup of sour cream 1 cup of Ro-Tel Tomatoes with lime and … Continue reading →

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The Canton Ladies’ Club (part 2) by Tom Lawrence

Posted on April 24, 2014 by Tom Lawrence

…“We’ll be back in a little bit,” I said, and Nancy and I went in the front doorway.  The foyer was a large area with gleaming heart-pine floors, elegant oriental rugs, and rich fabrics.  The living room was to the … Continue reading →

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The Canton Ladies’ Club by Tom Lawrence

Posted on April 22, 2014 by Tom Lawrence

  Nancy and I lived in an area of Jackson, Mississippi known as “Belhaven,” an older neighborhood that had been developed in the 1920s.  At one time it had been the place to live in Jackson, but had since been … Continue reading →

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Elaine’s Chicken Liver Pate by Tom Lawrence

Posted on April 8, 2014 by Tom Lawrence

Elaine Lawrence is a professionally trained cook who, prior to a crippling illness, owned a premier catering service in Jackson, Mississippi. During a week-long class in Chicago led by Jacques Pepin, she learned to make the best chicken liver pate … Continue reading →

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