Stories, Traditions & Old-Time Knowledge from the Mountain State
Welcome to West Virginia Wisdom, where we take a closer look at the stories, traditions, observations, and everyday knowledge that have been passed down through generations of West Virginians and Appalachians.
Some of these traditions come from the way our grandparents lived. Some come from watching the land, the weather, the animals, and the seasons. Others come from the stories and experiences of the people who called these mountains home.
But West Virginia Wisdom isn’t just about looking backward.
Here, we’ll explore the old ways and ask questions about them. What did people believe? Why did they believe it? Was there a practical reason behind the tradition? And what can we learn from it today.
Some stories may be supported by science. Some may be folklore. Some may fall somewhere in between.
That’s where the fun begins.
These blog posts are companions to my West Virginia Wisdom live conversations, giving us a chance to take the subjects we talk about together and did a little deeper.
So, pull up a chair, settle in, and let’s see what wisdom these mountains have to share.
Because sometimes the old-timers knew more that we realized.
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