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I'm honored to have my feature article, "Talking Appalachian: Speaking History," published by The Neighborly / SWVA Country.

Our Appalachian way of speaking is more than an accent, it's a living piece of American history. The words, expressions, and phrases handed down through generations tell the story of our Scotch-Irish, English, German, and other cultural roots. They're part of who we are and deserve to be understood, not stereotyped.

A sincere thank you to The Neighborly for helping preserve and share the stories, history, and culture of Southwest Virginia and Appalachia. Publications that invest in regional storytelling help ensure these voices continue to be heard by future generations.

I hope you'll take a few minutes to read the article and let me know what Appalachian words or expressions you grew up hearing that your grandparents used.

https://www.swvacountry.com/talking-appalachian-speaking-history/

#Appalachia #SouthwestVirginia #Storytelling #History #Culture #Language #Writing #Journalism #Neighborly #Author

📚 Discover the Real-Life Tragedy Behind a Small Town's Loss 📚

Stephen King might write about fictional small towns haunted by tragedy, but Bedford, Virginia, lived it. On June 6, 1944, this tight-knit community faced one of the heaviest losses of D-Day.

In "When a Town Lost Its Boys," explore how these young men grew up together, went to school together, and enlisted together. They were more than just soldiers; they were brothers, friends, and sons of Bedford.

This story from Back Porch Tales & Travels takes you beyond the legend to the heart of a community forever changed.

Read more about their journey and sacrifice here: https://back-porch-tales-travels.beehiiv.com/p/when-a-town-lost-its-boys

#BedfordBoys #DDay #HistoryUncovered #SmallTownStories #BackPorchTales #ABoyFromCrackersNeck #BigStoneGap 📖✨

The Lost Tribe of Appalachia: The Mystery of the Melungeons

Ever heard of the Melungeons? These mysterious people have been the subject of whispers and legends in the Appalachian hills for over two centuries. Nestled in places like Big Stone Gap, VA, these dark-haired families have sparked curiosity and intrigue. Are they descendants of the Lost Tribes of Israel, survivors of the Lost Colony of Roanoke, or perhaps Portuguese sailors who found a home in the mountains? 🤔

Join us on a journey through time and folklore with "The Lost Tribe of Appalachia: The Mystery of the Melungeons." Dive into the stories that blur the lines between legend and truth. 📜✨

Read more in our latest edition of Back Porch Tales & Travels, where every tale is a bridge between myth and reality.

Check it out here: https://back-porch-tales-travels.beehiiv.com/p/the-lost-tribe-of-appalachia-the-mystery-of-the-melungeons

#Melungeons #Appalachia #Mystery #History #Folklore #BackPorchTales #TravelStories #LegendAndTruth #TheKeokeeTriangle #GhostsOfTheMoonshineMafia