Homecoming…Finally
On July 24, 1944, off the coast of Tinian and Saipan Islands in the South Pacific, a hellish scene unfolded … Continue reading Homecoming…Finally
Category: Alabama
Rebel Yell…Or Not…
I know lately I seem to be obsessing on my paternal lineage, so I’ve decided to share quite a story … Continue reading Rebel Yell…Or Not…
Time Marches On…
Last Saturday I took a drive to a place very dear to my childhood memories – my grandparent’s farm on … Continue reading Time Marches On…
April 15, 1837…I Think…
As mentioned before, Jesse J. Bean’s early life is very much shrouded in mystery. Based on my best guess, Jesse … Continue reading April 15, 1837…I Think…
Bean There All Along…
About 18 years ago I first visited the cemetery at Red Apple, Alabama. For those of you that don’t know, … Continue reading Bean There All Along…
Storytelling
My grandfather had a knack for storytelling. I’m not sure how he did it, but he could draw you into … Continue reading Storytelling
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