Appalachia

"a cultural region in the eastern United States that stretches from the Southern Tier of New York state to northern Alabama, Mississippi, and Georgia. As of 2005, the region was home to approximately 23 million people. Since its recognition as a distinctive region in the late 19th century, Appalachia has been a source of enduring myths and distortions regarding the isolation, temperament, and behavior of its inhabitants." [source] this blog is kept by onepiece-swimsuit Click Here to Inquire and/or Give Feedback Click Here to Submit some cool things like photos, art, videos, stories, ANYTHING!

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Clingmans Dome, Smokey Mountains

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50 Years Into the War on Poverty, Hardship Hits Back, New York Times

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Wallahi! (Means -swear to God) As soon as I am able I'm going to get my own place in the Appalachians even if it has no power or running water. I will grow sweet potatoes and raise chickens till death claims me.

Sounds beautiful!

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Hi there, I’ve been following your blog for some time now and really enjoy it.  I live in southwest Virginia and work in Eastern Kentucky.  Your blog says that you accept submissions of art, videos, and stories.  I hope that includes musical endeavors.   I would be honored if you’d give this a listen, and if you’re feelin’ it, maybe a share.  It’s an album of original music I made over the last year or so.  The rugged terrain and culture of the region I call home has definitely been an influence.  Thank you.  

-r.

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Picture taken in the parking lot of the Appalachian Plaza in South Williamson, KY. (1975)

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Clearing fog in the Red River Gorge, KY by Ulrich Burkhalter on Flickr.

"Henson Point seen through Pinch’m Tight Gap from Neby’s Knob In the Red River Gorge, KY”

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Ashland, Kentucky, 1982

Nicholas Nixon

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Fireflies in the Hollow: Seneca State Forest, West Virginia

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Virginia Highlands (by kevp65)

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WV no filter

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I love your blog! :) I fell in love with Appalachia a couple years ago after several trips to Virginia and my heart aches to be back there. Your blog soothes my longing soul. Thank you:)

you're so welcome!

-Leah

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Fall in the Virginia Highlands (by kevp65)

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Highlands Fall (by kevp65)

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Home Sweet (by jeua)

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new favorite blog by far!!

Thanks, anon!

-Leah

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