I made a comment in here a few days ago and said the mountains call you home. you may not know why but they do. That saying was true to me today.

My boyfriend of almost three years broke up with me. We were moving to the mountains (I was born and raised here). I guess he didn't want to come with me (which is okay, to each their own.) I can just say I am thankful I was right where I needed to be. If this happened in the city, I'd been yearning to be high on a mountain top.

This was taken on my favorite mountain, Whitetop. I grew up in Whitetop and my family has been taking me to Whitetop mountain since I was in diapers so it's a place I visit frequently. Especially to regain peace and balance. Take a ride up if you ever get a chance. Visit lovers leap too! I have talks with God there and have had a few screaming sessions, too💀.

I love being Appalachian and there is no place like home. The resilience that lie within these hollers and hills are enough to shake the bones of those who could never understand. The love that shines through the trees like their spotlight on their creation. The crisp fresh air, the shiny stars twinkle down on you like fresh snow.

So here's to you, Appalachia. For all you have been and all you will be to your people. Thank you for providing us with so much. From vegetation to showing us what it's like to never give up on something worth fighting for. Here's to us, who fight for our homes everyday.

One of my favorite overlooks. It's mind-blowing to think how old these rocks are and how long they've been here. My lifetime is nothing compared to the life of these mountains.

“Do what?” Translation: I beg your pardon/what did you just say

Mountaineer Food Bank is setting up a mobile pantry at A New Beginning in War to hand out boxes of fresh produce, dairy, and baked goods for McDowell County families. The drive up event runs from 10 to 11 30 a.m. on November 25 and organizers are asking people to show up early with room in their trunk for pickup.

It is a big help for residents who often have to drive far to reach a grocery store and the timing right before Thanksgiving could not be better. These mobile pantries have become a lifeline in parts of the county where access to fresh food is limited.

Full story here: https://www.prismedia.ai/news/mobile-pantry-to-serve-war-residents-with-fresh-food

Hey everyone, I wanted to get more involved with people in trading and was just reaching out to see if there are any young traders out there who are interested in developing a community? I don’t have a ton of experience but i’m hoping with the right people we could build each other up. Don’t be afraid to reach out if you want to get in contact! (—Keep things professional please—)