Tag Archives: Southern Stories

OTHERWORLDLY TESTIMONY

Posted on October 31, 2017 by Gary Wright

Otherworldly testimony by Gary Wright   “I know there is no such thing as a ghost, but, on the other hand . . . .” Greg Washington, ‘Not a Ghost of a Chance   Zona Shue 1896, the year she … Continue reading →

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This Week’s Southernism, Monday, June 26, 2017

Posted on June 26, 2017 by Deborah Fagan Carpenter

“In the South, history clings to you like a wet blanket. Outside your door the past awaits in Indian mounds, plantation ruins, heaving sidewalks and homestead graveyards; each slowly reclaimed by the kudzu of time.” ― Tim Heaton, Don’t Be … Continue reading →

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Okefenokee Monster

Posted on April 10, 2017 by Gary Wright

Okefenokee Monster by Gary Wright “If you want to live through the night, let the devil sleep.” —John Verdon, ‘Let the Devil Sleep.’   Okefenokee is believed to be a Muscogee (Creek) word meaning ‘shaking water.’ Aptly named for the … Continue reading →

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Good Night, Delta Son

Posted on March 23, 2017 by Deborah Fagan Carpenter

 Thomas Rainer Lawrence September 6, 1939 – March 22, 2017   He was infuriating, exasperating, ill-tempered, impatient, opinionated, and foulmouthed. He was also a clever, funny, devoted, kind, generous, down-to-earth, practical, and wise counselor, mentor, and friend. Tom Lawrence was … Continue reading →

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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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