Tag Archives: plantation

The Old House Whispers

Posted on March 2, 2015 by Silver in the Barn

The old house had long been a mystery to me. I discovered it while walking in a state-owned wildlife refuge just around the corner from my own old house. I turned a corner and there it sat, overgrown with vines and saplings and peering out … Continue reading →

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“My Folks Don’t Want Me To Talk About Slavery”

Posted on November 17, 2014 by Silver in the Barn

  The complicated legacy of the American South is beautifully captured in Kate Campbell’s song. My regular readers know I’m fascinated with history and the Civil War and slavery in particular. The little book I excerpt in this post has haunted me … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Room

Posted on June 7, 2014 by Silver in the Barn

From the four walls that currently surround you to the infinite potential of space, this week we’d like you to show us your take on room, rooms, or a room. Neglect and decay are taking their toll, but hints of her former grandeur … Continue reading →

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