Recreation in the Mountains - The Thread That Runs So True 8

In this video series we are reading the book "The Thread That Runs So True" written by Jesse Stuart and talking about the things that prick our minds as a way to celebrate Appalachia.
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[@EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY]

The song birds in your yard were the perfect backdrop at the perfect point in the story 🐦

[@bluebird218bn]

I think Jesse would be pleased with how much you enjoy reading his book and that you are sharing it with thousands of other people.

[@BlessingsfromNorthIdaho]

Jesse is quite the dedicated teacher isn’t he? I loved the description of the fall crops; the teepees of corn, the glistening, golden straw. I can just smell it thinking about it. It’s been a busy, busy week, I’m behind on videos, lol. Congratulations on new baby Woodrow ❤. TeresaSue

[@JJGUDALE]

I just love listening to your stories. I really look forward to the readings. Thanks Tipper for your time ❤

[@fields-n-feathers]

Loved it, loved it, loved it.🧡

[@dawnaw1434]

I'm also an avid reader. I enjoyed The Boxcar Children series as well as Nancy Drew, The Bobsy Twins and the Hardy Boys.

[@brendaleach-kv7if]

You can travel to far away places by reading a book! Have you read any books written by Alexander McCall Smith?

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

I haven’t 😊

[@Tonytherf]

Hey Tipper, I can't get over what a great teacher and educator you are to me. I am not much of a reader. I tend to only read in complete solitude, with no distractions. Otherwise, I don't obsorb what I'm reading. But I like being read to. I have some real fond memories of the smells of books and being inside of libraries in my school years. God bless you.

[@annesweeney5552]

Her voice is so calming .. like a hug

[@Tonytherf]

@@annesweeney5552 It surely is Anne. Well said!🫶

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Thank you Tony!!

[@ginnyandersen8527]

I was impressed with him knowing how what he taught the kids and the impact of it made those kids better people and adults. Thank you for the readings.

[@carolberry2733]

My grandparents told wonderful stories of their fox hunting days. I was surprised my grandmother rode in the hunt. So sorry I didn’t write down the stories of those days and many others. My grandmother was born in Owsley County Ky. The house is still there and I go back to visit the area occasionally, usually for genealogy research. Like you I started reading very early and to this day (I’m 76) my family is amazed at how fast I can read a book. A real book in the hand is so much better than reading online. That’s not enjoyable to me at all. Normally have something with me to read wherever I go. I rarely miss your program. God bless you.

[@chattan3018]

Such a change that Jesse at this school was so welcomed to come and join all the activities the whole area young and old joined in to do together. I could almost feel the happiness of everybody staying late to enjoy hours of old time music under the moon and tasting the foam of sorghum with a carved willow wood paddle.

[@shellakers10]

I don't comment on every chapter, but I wanted to tell you again how much i love when you read! I love your commentaries just as much as the book. I usually have you on when im processing food and canning. I'm doing Amish, sweet corn now! I'm always going to relate that sweet goodness to your reading of this book. Thank you, sweet lady!❤

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

I'm so glad you enjoy it 😊

[@frankscarborough1428]

The more of this you read Tipper the more I love and appreciate this teacher. Thanks for reading to us.

[@deborahhopkins7763]

Oh my… Jessie what were you thinking??? Lol I felt anxious as you read about him walking home. I can’t imagine how cold and tired he was. It would have been hard even if it was good weather but heavy deep snow would have been awful. I can imagine that he must have felt overwhelmed being too far to go back and still having so far to go. I can’t wait to hear more next Friday night. Thank you Tippper. You have a very nice reading voice.😃

[@smoothvern165]

Such an interesting book, and by reading it, you make it even more interesting! Thank you!

[@lindadial7177]

Tipper, this story is so interesting and special to me! Years ago (in the late eighties), I was substituting in a small Christian school in Southwestern Virginia for a math and science teacher. I too had to do the same homework as my students, especially for the Geometry class, which I had to work hard at in high school in the late sixties!!! That was a challenge to substitute for 6 weeks in subjects that were not my favorite subjects but studied very hard in high school in order to stay on the Honor Roll every year!😅 So I know GOD HAS HIS WAY OF TEACHING ME MANY THINGS!!!!!!😂 Thank you so much for reading to us! It’s a blessing and one of my favorite things of the week!❤

[@TheTinkerersWife]

What a wonderful portion of his story. I lived where his student took on and solved the algebra problem. The way community was solid and not fractured like we live in today was inspiring. The richness and depth of their society seems a place we can only dream of to many of us in these times. ~Patty in Oregon~

[@EMBERS-BECAME-BRIGHT-JOY]

I was just thinking how different it might have been if Bud Waters would have been laughing in the classroom of the other community. Spirits are territorial. The writer must know this for his stories really showcase the principal difference between the thirty miles.

[@carolynpurser7469]

In many ways this is a rather progressive community. And what ravenous readers his students are. I can just see the scene of sitting in the moonlight listening to the music. Those trees in autumn must have been stunning. And the sense of community built by fellowshipping as they worked together. Jesse is such a wonderful story teller. Really enjoying this one. Can't wait to see what happens next.

[@Sandi-w9d]

What a treat to hear you read this great book by a beloved KY author. The birdsong was a lovely addition.

[@debglaizer]

BTW Congratulations Granny and papaw. You got another Grandbaby. God bless you all and that includes Auntie Katie and Cousin Ira!

[@sallyfrickey6001]

Those little autobiographical books must have come in different colors because they were blue in our grammar school library. I loved them. I was sad when I had read them all. I did reread lots of them. Good memory. Thank you for reading.

[@Lisa1111]

Thank you again Tipper for giving such a special "visual" when you read these books! Much love, Seattle kin ❤🙏🏽

[@lindakoon8694]

Please make a CD of this so it can be listened while traveling. or maybe too share with someone who has bad eyesight and cannot read very well.

[@RuthCollins-g1g]

Congratulations on the new baby God bless you all

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Thank you 😊

[@debbeasher-k4764]

Loved hearing your hours & highlight too❤

[@ConnieRobertson-e4e]

Tipper I love these books you read to us .

[@RuthCollins-g1g]

Good story as always hope Ira is doing well and growing big can't wait to hear Corrie has had her baby hope all are well and doing good God bless you all

[@sheriboston706]

Thank you Tipper.This an interesting story.Nicer with your pleasant voice,and little Accent!😊❤

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@Regina-ov7yi]

Little Ira is probably developed a personality and attitude of his own by now and its precious. my 4 grandchildren are all in college now but I always remember them as little ones. Prayers for all of you on the anniversary of Ms Cindy's passing. Lost my husband to Vietnam, June 30 was our wedding date. A meloncoly day.

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

I’m so sorry you lost him.

[@williamross3539]

I have early memories of my mother reading to me. Growing up, reading was one of the few things I liked at school. Early on I had a teacher who would read stories to the class. It was wonderful. Later in life, raising three children I enjoyed reading to them for years. Usually bedtime stories. Wonderful memories. I still read a lot, everyday. And I really enjoy you reading stories. Thank you.

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

That is great 😊 I had teachers who read to me and Granny too. Glad you enjoy this book.

[@debglaizer]

I love when you read these stories.

[@donnakirk7455]

I loved hearing you talk about your love of reading, Tipper. Growing up, we didn’t have a TV in our home so we were voracious readers as well. On Christmas we knew that at least one of our gifts would be a book. I continued that tradition with my daughter. Does anyone remember the Thornton Burgess book series? They were about forest creatures with interesting names and personalities-Old Granny Fox, Sammy Jay, Old Mother West Wind, Mr. Toad and so many others. My older brother loved them so much, he would have me check them out for him from the library so he wouldn’t be seen in the children’s section. So many great memories! Thanks!

[@oshenandoah2202]

Yes! I too remember the Thornton Burgess books. Every Saturday the whole family would pile in the car and go into town to go to the local library (and do weekly shopping). I went many places and met many people through books while never leaving my home county! Still love to read!

[@zaram131]

Yes I remember them!

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

I’m not familiar with them but they sound great 😊

[@livvyweimar7362]

I used to "eat books" according to my momma. She couldn't keep enough of them. When I was bad she'd ban me from reading and make me write sentences and I hated it 😂😂😂 "I will not lock my brother in a freezer in the field" x100+ I just find it fascinating how he thought about teaching. I've been teaching in my field, aerospace engineering, for about 15 years and I love Jesse's approach. Games, then catching up, then whatever we will learn next. It both humbles the teacher and invites new learning skills on both sides! Thank you, Tipper, for another great reading!

[@susanw8471]

I just like the content of the book. You have history, humor, the juxtaposition or contrast of his two teaching communities/experiences, camaraderie and stubbornness interspersed with bit of fleeting meanness. It's just a well-rounded book thus far.

[@carlahardwick9908]

The Childhood of Famous Americans are the orange hardcover books. I can picture exactly where they were in our school library. I read every single one! The library was a tiny place but I thought it was magical!

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Thank you!!

[@KathysTube]

He was a wonderful teacher... I'm loving this story! Thanks Tipper 🤗❤️

[@meloniemurillo2885]

Hey Tipper, I found this book at a thrift store here in Covington Georgia. I was so excited that I found it. I enjoy listening to your readings so much I look for the books. And this was the first one I've found.

[@sandrasmith7091]

I loved to read. I was fortunate enough to have access at home from the beginning. Dr. Seuss and then libraries at school. I read constantly. I take spurts nowadays. Love history and really enjoy following your readings. I'm not big on reading books online, I like the book in my hands. 😊

[@michellecook1026]

Thank you so much for reading from Jesse Stuart! My dad loves this author. He is from Kentucky and my mom from Tennessee! We have a lot of relatives that still live there that we visit. I was born and raised in Indiana but feel I belong more in Tennessee.

[@lindamcteer]

I really like this story! When I was in grade school, our library was about the size of a small closet, but I dearly loved library day because I loved reading. The school used the same room for the gymnasium, the lunchroom, and the theater. Right beside the stage was a tiny little room that housed the beloved library books.

[@mehtarelingolien]

Couldn't help but notice that all the authors he selected for his pupils to read were all men. And I always feel bad for foxes being chased by packs of hounds; it just doesn't seem at all fair.

[@MB-vw3jc]

God bless you and yours Tipper.

[@sharonlesley901]

My daddy and uncle love to fox hunt, daddy took me one time, but that was all he couldn't follow the dogs with a young one along and he was afraid to leave me alone by the fire. But that's ok I didn't really enjoy hearing dogs bark and I felt sorry for the fox. lol love to hear you read😊

[@barbarasue7191]

Your video shows snow tops. Actually, they weren't there. I don't understand . . . David, I'm sorry. I don't understand. What do you mean when you say she edits? I'm not trying to be smart. I really don't understand.

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

😊 maybe he means I edit the video? Yes I edit my videos 😊 The snow is on the thumbnail to represent Jesse's snowy walk at the end of the reading. Thank you for watching!

[@barbarasue7191]

@@CelebratingAppalachia got it. Thanks for clarifying. You are always so good about replying.

[@lindamcgee3651]

🐦Praying and Blessed! 🤗🙏💕👣👣

[@TamrusRiggleman]

Tipper, my mawmaw used to deliver mail by horseback in the hills of West Virginia.

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Love that!

[@the_eternal_student]

i like how he describes the land being split as it is passed down to the following generations. I wish things still were that way. It's to bad Jesse could not teach school and do all the other jobs he liked at the same time. Popeye could do it. I am not knowledgable about plants, but the ones to your left look like pictures I have seen of opium. Of course, I know you could not be growing opium. One thing I hope Jesse addresses is the disparity between school and the job market, the failure of the school system to prepare people for a decent job in many cases. Have a blessed evening!

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Thank you! They are poppy flowers that have gone to seed 😊

[@sheila357mag]

start your book list now

[@lindapetersen1800]

Tipper that was what it was in them their Days !!! My Daddy grew up on a farm !!! He & His younger brother were doing the Manure !!! His brother got his leg caught in the points of the manure thing !!! Daddy at the age of 7 yrs old tied a belt around his brother's leg so to save it !!! RAN 5 Miles in less than 2 miles for his BROTHER !!! They had trucks on the farm so they got The younger son to the Hospital saved the leg !!! Daddy did all of the chores his brother did then for about a years time to help on out !!! Daddy went into the army to get a schooling of barbering so he could pay for his brothers college education!!! Brother did a alot in the world !!! Learnt a lot of different words in life in different countries !!!

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Oh my goodness! Thank you for sharing 😊

[@jimmychandler3760]

Great video tipper keep up the great work you're doing

[@tinahiggins5789]

Love the story

[@kandjmom]

Do you have an email address that you share?

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

😊 [e-mail]

[@debbeasher-k4764]

Enjoyable reading.😊

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@debnhim8353]

Thank You Tipper…I always enjoy! ✌️🙋🏻‍♀️🌹

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

Glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@myerstalesofappalachia]

I absolutely love setting and listening to the story there so great

[@SueMorris-f4s]

I love this video. Everyone had to work so hard. 😊 That is why their children were good people. Going out so much every night would have worn me out.

[@camilleolsen]

Tipper, I had to go ahead and buy the book and I'm reading it along with you as you are speaking. It helps me picture everything so well. I wonder if by chance Budge Waters was high functioning autistic or maybe a savant.. The description of him pulling the air with his hands while he walked made me think of him being on the spectrum. By the way I also got my sister in law to buy the book and will give her your channel info. Thank you for this wonderful experience!

[@CelebratingAppalachia]

I’m so glad you enjoy it!

[@jeanbrock4086]

Thank you, Tipper!

[@farmyourbackyard2023]

What a wonderful teacher he has become!

[@JosieCardenas951]

Thank you Tipper , you and your family have a wonderful weekend stay safe.

[@jeanbrock4086]

😊thank you Tipper!

[@charleshenderson1174]

Thanks beautiful

[@bethmichaud3209]

📪Postman and 📝teacher have mutual " traveling " power in their individual determination ! !