Category Archives: Country Living

Country living – what is your comfort level?

Posted on April 13, 2006 by David St Lawrence

How many times have you thought to yourself, “I’ve had it with urban life. I want the quiet and charm of the country.” Perhaps you have spent weekends exploring those distant and picturesque little towns that lie off the beaten … Continue reading →

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Sharyn McCrumb shows us that hatred has a long half-life

Posted on April 11, 2006 by David St Lawrence

Last Thursday night in Floyd, VA, Sharon McCrumb held a large audience spell-bound as she traced the roots of the bitter Civil War activities in Appalachia back to Roman times. She sketched out a compelling vision of the eternal division … Continue reading →

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Signs of Spring on Highway 221

Posted on April 3, 2006 by David St Lawrence

This flowering tree was a burst of Spring energy on an otherwise dark grade on Highway 221 north of Willis, VA. It was almost 5 o’clock and the light was going fast, so I grabbed a few shots while I … Continue reading →

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A treat for the eyes and ears at Oddfellas Cantina

Posted on March 28, 2006 by David St Lawrence

Last Wednesday, Gretchen and I wandered into Oddfellas Cantina to hear Bernie Coveney and Chris Luster playing with Rob Neukirch.  We never know what we are going to hear on Wednesday nights because that’s the night the musicians try out … Continue reading →

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