by Sarah Loudin Thomas | Jul 9, 2015 | Appalachian, Family, Memories, Nature
Growing up on the farm, we pretty much took our shoes off on the last day of school and didn’t put them on again (except for church) until summer ended. I ran through the yard without a thought for bees. Walked across the rocky driveway without flinching. Hopped from...
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 | Apr 23, 2015 | Appalachian, Miracles, Nature, Thistle
While autumn has long been my favorite season, spring is a close runner-up. Those first days of open windows, greening trees, peepers, and even the smell of freshly cut grass just make me HAPPY. My husband will attest to the fact that hiking with me this time of year...
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,...
