by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Jun 18, 2015 | Appalachian, Family, Love, Memories, Miracles
During this last trip back to the farm in West Virginia, Dad let me gather up old photos and letters so I can preserve them. A wooden box probably isn’t the best container! I’ve sifted through them and am really looking forward to putting everything into...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | May 14, 2015 | Appalachian, dogs, Family, Nature, Thistle
I just spent a spontaneous weekend at the farm because my Dad is having some health issues. It’s tough, seeing my once invincible father age and face challenges that I’d give almost anything to spare him. But I was blessed to be able to go home and put my...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | May 7, 2015 | Appalachian, Family, Food, Friends
Until the Harvest officially released this week. To celebrate, my publisher put together a fabulous giveaway that I couldn’t have designed any better myself. Food is such an important part of my books. Families gather around the table. Friends carry food to...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Apr 9, 2015 | Appalachian, Family, Food, Nature
It’s ramp season in Appalachia. Back in WV, April has long been the month for ramp suppers usually featuring a “mess” of the pungent onion/garlic/leeks alongside beans, cornbread, ham, and potatoes. Dessert can be assumed. We didn’t much go to...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Apr 2, 2015 | Appalachian, Church, Family, Nature
I’m in West Virginia visiting family today. Thanks to spring break we’re all in the same place at the same time for once. A gift too precious to set aside for blogging. I’ll check in at the weekend! Below are some images from home that inspired...
by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Mar 23, 2015 | Appalachian, Family, Nature
It’s my day to post over at SouthernBelleView and I’ve opted to rework one of my most popular posts ever–about stepping in poop. Come on over for some words of wisdom from my then nine-year-old nephew. Or, if you don’t feel like clicking over,...
