oops something jumped... ..read the other one first... Anyway at Williamsburg I recall you telling that story, but if I heard you correctly, you grew up in Portsmouth. That's fascinating to me since I grew up across the water in York county. One day we need to share stories of growing up in this area. ANYWAY, the point of all this is good job on the book, CD and telling at the Tell Tale Hearts deal. My best. Anthony B.
Hey Linda, I hope this note finds you well. I finished DAUGHTERS and now it is time for my punishing, rip you to shreds, leave you as a shattered shell of what once was a human being book review: It was good.
these characters really speak to me. My personal favorite, I heard you do at the Camel, "Sara Jane", (my daughter's name is Sarah Jane), but I like it for the story and its lesson. I remember being floored when I heard the line, (paraphrasing), "You don't need to cast your pearls before these swine." I've even tried to work it into conversations whenever possible, but mostly people just look at me strange. Plus, I really like how the last character connected them all. I did not see that coming. These are good character studies and you tell them well.
RIP TO SHREDS, SEND YOU CRYING HOME TO MOMMA CD REVIEW: It was good too. Jessie was good and I enjoyed re-reading it in the book. I personally have a passion for personal stories. I still recall you telling of giving your momma the hair pins on her birthday at the
Hi Linda! What a beautiful picture. I'm delighted to see you here. It will be fun to keep in touch on this terrific web site--I miss you, girl, and hope all is well. Have your ears been burning? I've been spreading your name around.... Any chance you're going to the Conference in Gatlinburg? It would be a blessing to see you again! love and hugs, Leeny
Linda: I didn't know about the Melungeon reunion. I'll have to look into it. I have a friend that is really into this. He is a huge fan of the Kennedy guy that writes so much about these folks. Lots of folks here with names such as Mullins and Collins - definate Melungeon ties.
Pam
PS I have a great interest in the Melungeons as well. There are lots of decendents here in this area. Did you ever see the outdoor drama that closed many years ago about the Melungeons? I believe it was called "A Walk Toward the Sunset." I saw it about 30 years ago and that's what sparked my interest.
Welcome to PS and to the Biblical Storytelling group. I too am an Appalachian Mountain girl! I was born and raised in Southeastern KY and I tell many mountain tales. I look foward to getting to know you through this group and website. I'm glad you decided to join us!
Hi Linda, Seeing your name and pic on here comforts me and makes me feel very much at home. This looks like a very entertaining site and I hope to contribute. I'll watch for your comments. Mimi
Linda Goodman, an Appalachian Mountain native of Melungeon descent, combines original and traditional tales in several programs, including A Little Bit of Kindness, Daughters of the Appalachians, and Scenes from the Dim, Smoky Past. She teaches workshops on storytelling in the ministry, family stories, cultural integrity, and making stories from fragments. Linda is the recipient of the Southern Connecticut State University Storytelling Institute’s Excellence in Storytelling Award, a Storytelling World Honor Award, and is a charter member of Abingdon, Virginia’s Barter Storytellers. Her stories have appeared in the Chicken Soup and Stories for the Heart series. Her book, Daughters of the Appalachians, is available from Overmountain Press.
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these characters really speak to me. My personal favorite, I heard you do at the Camel, "Sara Jane", (my daughter's name is Sarah Jane), but I like it for the story and its lesson. I remember being floored when I heard the line, (paraphrasing), "You don't need to cast your pearls before these swine." I've even tried to work it into conversations whenever possible, but mostly people just look at me strange. Plus, I really like how the last character connected them all. I did not see that coming. These are good character studies and you tell them well.
RIP TO SHREDS, SEND YOU CRYING HOME TO MOMMA CD REVIEW: It was good too. Jessie was good and I enjoyed re-reading it in the book. I personally have a passion for personal stories. I still recall you telling of giving your momma the hair pins on her birthday at the
Pam
Welcome to PS and to the Biblical Storytelling group. I too am an Appalachian Mountain girl! I was born and raised in Southeastern KY and I tell many mountain tales. I look foward to getting to know you through this group and website. I'm glad you decided to join us!
Pam
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