by Lynn Oldshue | Feb 21, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I have been a marshall in the OOMM parade for about 25 years. I grew up in Fairhope and have always had a horse, so riding in this parade is still the thrill of a lifetime. I would rather ride on a horse than on a float. I am riding Quick Draw tonight. This is the...
by Lynn Oldshue | Feb 21, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“My brother and I moved to the Mobile area from Birmingham in November for a change of scenery. Almost everyone in my family had open heart surgery, and it was my turn last January. That was rough. I am tired and still hurt, but here I am at 68 years old enjoying my...
by Lynn Oldshue | Feb 20, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I have always wanted to be Sasquatch, and my wife gave me the costume as a joke. I showed up as Sasquatch at parades in Mobile last year, but Joe Cain is the first time to be in one. It’s fun to pretend to be something else and talk to strangers. I didn’t...
by Lynn Oldshue | Feb 20, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I took a job in Mobile ten years ago during the big recession and moved from Washington State for a fresh start. I didn’t know anyone, but the city, people, and food welcomed me. Mobile is mystical and magic, and now it’s home. I was never the cool person, so I...
by Lynn Oldshue | Feb 20, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I have always loved beads and collected masks, so being in Joe Cain for the second time with this group of pirates is still amazing. I am grateful that I found this group of people who are here for me and will do anything to help. They have become my family....
