More Southern Souls
I’m still a bit of an outlaw and say what’s on my mind
“I’ve been an actor since I was a kid. Went to a performing arts school in Huntsville and majored in theater in...
My football career was over, but God had other plans for me
“A year ago, I was training for the NFL and chasing my dream. My son had just been born–he was going to have a better...
All of those years, I never lost hope
“It’s the thing that everybody wants to keep secret, but it ain’t no secret. I got off at work at six and caught the...
The things I thought were impossible are now possible
“I was born without arms. My toes are my hands. I don't think of myself as having a disability–this is just the way I...
We’ve lost our husbands and most of our family. We stick together and help each other.
Kathryn: We’re sisters. All of our husbands have passed away. Mine died in January. I told Juday and Marie we could...
Our lives and names keep evolving
“The name Aero started as my gamer tag. The leader in our online game said I typed as fast as the wind. Somehow, that...
I help young parents who struggle like I did
“I was a young temp working as an executive administrative assistant. One day, my boss had me sit in as his proxy at a...
We needed a calm place to get away from the chaos of school
“We're soul-searching, journaling, and finding peace at the Fairhope beach. We needed a calm place to get away from...
At my worst, God loved me anyway.
“Ivy is my service dog, trained to help me with my PTSD. I also share her with others who are suffering. If a vehicle...
Watching people connect is still what brings me joy
“I almost blacked out playing piano for a song with Brandi Carlile. It was during her show on Cayamo, the music...
Everyone needs a little attention
“I found my niche early in life. Got my first doorman job in the summer of ‘83 and stayed with it. I’m two years from...
I haven’t had this much attention since I fell out of my crib
“Once my family was going swimming in the bay. A man asked to take a picture of us for a dollar. Mama looked in her...