I posted this some time ago, but thought I might share it again for those who missed it. During my childhood in the hills of East Tennessee, the most popular, though somewhat less dependable method of social interaction, came in the form of an old truck known by all as the “rolling store.” As kids,Continue reading “The Rolling Store”
Author Archives: The Tin Cup Clan
The Trouble with Pink Socks
Once again I find myself apologizing; I’ve really let you folks down with the posts (or lack of) lately. Things have been a little hectic around the Tin Cup Clan’s new domicile. So busy in fact, I’ve found myself thinking of little else. That was until today…when for some unbeknownst to me reason, I foundContinue reading “The Trouble with Pink Socks”
Turkey Delivery
By Michael Miller My apologies friends. It seems I may have over estimated my health and grossly underestimated the effort required to bring this old house back to her glory days. I’m certain the good Lord will provide me with the energy to finish the Tin Cup Clan’s new digs, but I gotta admit;Continue reading “Turkey Delivery”
Did Ye’ wipe Ye” Feet ‘fore Ye’ Got in the Bed?
It’s been a while since the last post, but I got a good reason I promise. You see, a few years ago the little Mrs. and myself moved off to the beach for a while. Since then we’ve been blessed with no less than seven grand-babies. These damnable treatments combined with the travel distance madeContinue reading “Did Ye’ wipe Ye” Feet ‘fore Ye’ Got in the Bed?”
Do You Have a “Loser’s Limp?”
I reckon I need to begin with an apology. Things have been a bit busy of late and my posts have suffered. I find myself answering E-mails inquiring if I am still among the living. Well believe it or not, I’m still kicking. But I fear there may be one or two out there thatContinue reading “Do You Have a “Loser’s Limp?””
“Stumbling Blocks” or “Stepping Stones”
As I write these stories my fervent hope would be; they become as real to you as they are to me. I want you to know the boys,see they’re home town when you close your eyes, even feel what they feel. That statement may seem a bit “campy” but please dear reader, do me theContinue reading ““Stumbling Blocks” or “Stepping Stones””
The Troublesome Red Head and his Family
David Byrge; Better known as “Stick” by most. We’re gonna look at his family next, what forces came together too forge such a personality. As parents, I believe we often forget that our kids are (for lack of a better comparison), tape recorders of a sort. They spend their young lives constantly recording anything andContinue reading “The Troublesome Red Head and his Family”
Is there really a “Normal” family?
As promised, here is the first in our visits with the boy’s families. I thought big David would be a good place to start since his family serves as “home base” for our boys. As a child I knew a big David, and his family was very similar to the David in the books, andContinue reading “Is there really a “Normal” family?”
It’s said; “There comes’ a point”
As a rule I do my best to keep my “self” outta the posts and excerpts. Instead, I focus on the boys, the book, life growing up in the mountains, and every now and then throw a bit of a “lesson” in the pot. But…a few things have happened since we last met forcing meContinue reading “It’s said; “There comes’ a point””
“Class Separation” In the Lunchroom
The school lunchroom…never at any time of the day was social status, athletic ability, or academic achievement more glaringly on display. I think we all remember the rules, we all remember our little “click,” and we remember there was a social line that “we just didn’t cross.” In this excerpt, we get the chance toContinue reading ““Class Separation” In the Lunchroom”
