by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 11, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I am from Houston, but my mother passed away about six years ago and I came here to help with funeral arrangements. I have been here ever since. I am homeless and trying to apply at the Social Security office for benefits. I used to work as a clerk at the IRS....
by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 11, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I am a public defense attorney. I believe in it and think I am doing some good. I do this to help people who can’t help themselves. I have a farm with dogs, goats, and chickens. I am turning 45 in a few days and buddies from college want to play rugby...
by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 11, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I restarted the shoeshine business in Mobile in the late 70’s. There used to be shoeshine stations on every corner. The idea is to make a guy smile, but you have to do it on his feet. A shoeshiner has to have a gift for gab, the ability to know what is...
by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 10, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I make necklaces, bracelets, scarves, and hats. It makes me happy to help keep people warm. It also makes me happy to make money. My favorite colors to use are pink and black. I visit the nursing home and give them out there. I am a red belt in karate and...
by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 10, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I am a landscaper and like a good cutting and edging. I wasn’t that into flowers, but my mama likes flowers in her yard. I live with her yard now and her yard is as nice as the yards of our clients. Now it is the flowers that stop me. I put snapdragons...
by Lynn Oldshue | Jan 10, 2016 | A Southern Soul
“I was in an abusive relationship for four years. I’m very lucky to be alive today. Fortunately now he’s incarcerated, but there are times when I still don’t feel safe. I’m a single mother of a one-year old son and he’s my life. He...
