Shall We Gather at the River
It still sits on the same spot overlooking the Cooper River as it has for over two centuries. Once visitors … Continue reading Shall We Gather at the River
Category: History
“Befo’ Freedom Come”
It was cold. The pitch black night, normally full of nocturnal activity, was silent except for the ever present rain … Continue reading “Befo’ Freedom Come”
As I Lay Here…Dying
It was a Sunday. The time of the week where most of the world pauses to escape the rigors of … Continue reading As I Lay Here…Dying
“And Now I Wander All Alone…”
It was the last day of a year that had almost killed her. Now standing on a wooden dock, her … Continue reading “And Now I Wander All Alone…”
Wearing Its Scars
The water sparkles as it rushes over the smooth rocks of the worn riverbed, much as it did when Europeans … Continue reading Wearing Its Scars
Another Time and Place
1866 – It was a dark night. The trees overhead barely allowed any light from the full moon to trickle … Continue reading Another Time and Place
“It Ain’t for Choir Boys”
It was dark out, but inside the party was in full swing. Quietly, with just a hint of squeak, the … Continue reading “It Ain’t for Choir Boys”
