by Lynn Oldshue | Sep 24, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I grew up in Limerick, Ireland but I’ve lived in Bunratty for over 40 years. I am 81 and was born in April 1942. I was too young to remember World War ll, but my mom said people were terrified. Ireland was a neutral country with a tiny military — we would have...
by Lynn Oldshue | Sep 23, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“My wife and daughter are taking care of back-to-school business, so we are practicing football and getting Dorian ready for next year. He couldn’t play this year because I work nights right now and can’t attend his practices and games. I will be in full...
by Lynn Oldshue | Sep 21, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I grew up in Mobile. My dream was to be a band director, but that dream changed to rock star. I completed three years of music school in Mississippi then moved to Nashville. I was one of the few jazz trombonists in Nashville. I enjoyed improvising and exploring the...
by Lynn Oldshue | Sep 16, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“I’m a nurse in Nashville. I recently turned 30 and my sister and I went to the Taylor Swift concert. It was the best night ever. I read about Fairhope in Southern Living, and it sounded cute, so I came down here for a quick break. I started college at the...
by Lynn Oldshue | Aug 27, 2023 | A Southern Soul
“My dad was homeless, and my mom was a nurse. She wouldn’t let him see us unless he was sober. He would get it together for his visit, then return to his life. He died while he was on the streets. These ‘life goes on’ and heartbeat tattoos are for him. My mom...