Dolly Showed Us the Only Possible ‘Third Way’

Dolly Showed Us the Only Possible ‘Third Way’

  I doubt it surprised anyone when Dolly Parton’s death was met with a wave of universal grief from people who otherwise don’t agree and rarely get along. We’ve always known she was a unifying figure; perhaps the last one we had. What has taken me aback, however,...
Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’: Remembering Dolly Parton

Don’t Get Above Your Raisin’: Remembering Dolly Parton

Southerners are known for our ability to turn a phrase. We have certain sayings and expressions. Many have made their way into the larger culture. “Bless your heart.” “Lord willing and the creek don’t rise.” “He’s slower than molasses.” I know such things intimately....