Appalachia’s Storyteller: Appalachias Greatest Heist  

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Hi JD! This story hit home for me. My grandmother passed away years after my grandfather on my father’s side. I remember my father and my aunt had to sell everything my grandmother had to give her a proper burial. My father and aunt didn’t even get to keep a keepsake of their mother or fathers things. I never knew when the things were auctioned off, so I never had a chance to get anything either. Years later I received a phone call from an old family friend and they asked me if I would be interested in my grandmother’s antique peddle sewing machine. I asked my father about this friend having the sewing machine which he verified it to be true. I bought my grandmother’s sewing machine for $300.00. I wanted that sewing machine because it was my grandmother’s and she taught me to sew on that machine. My father said he didn’t give that much for it, but I was willing to pay whatever he was asking. I had to replace the leather belt, but it was in perfect condition, just the way I remembered it. I guess it hold memories and sentimental value to me. Have a blessed weekend!

The Appalachian Storyteller channel is truly like no other. 📜🌄 Their deep dive into Appalachian history is not just intriguing but utterly captivating. Did you know that Appalachian folklore is rich with tales of mysterious 'haints' and 'boogers'? It's a world filled with both enchantment and intrigue. What sets this channel apart is its authenticity. You can feel the genuine passion and dedication to preserving this unique culture and history. It's a journey back in time that's both educational and profoundly moving. Keep spinning those Appalachian yarns, they're a treasure trove of our heritage! 🏞🌌📖

As much as I like the Appalachian outlaw stories it's ones like this that I love. I loved when she started bidding against the ole road hog foreigner from Pennsylvania but then was misguided by the lady who said she would miss the cradle the most, lol 11 kids. But then amazed by pa buying it back after all these years. Made me think of your son and the bedroom furniture you and him built together this past year. If he ever lost it, how far would he go to get it back? What a terrific story JD. Wholesome, thanks for putting a smile on my face. 😁

You truly have one of the best channels on RU-vid! Not only have you created a wonderful channel; you’ve created a RU-vid family. ❤

Ha ha ha ha lol, the bumping together of 2 machines on the out skirts of Boonsboro is still a news item. 😁

Such twists in the plot. Such a surprisingly happy ending. Now, I've gotta go grab a tissue and wipe the tears from my eyes. ❤😊

Well, thanks for another great story, JD. I didn't see the end coming at all, though perhaps I should've. And I can really relate to some people's attachment to family heirlooms, as I've been dragging stuff from as far back as my great-grandparents, from pillar to post. Since at 78 I'm the last one standing in my direct family line, it helps me feel more connected to those I've lost, though I know I'll see them again when I cross the river.

Morning JD. I actually got some goosebumps with that ending. Just imagining the look on the Grandma's face when she saw that dresser back. Another nice story. Thanks.

JD, your story touched my heart and was a blessing. I was so happy that the old man got his precious furniture back . Things that seem to have little value ,are priceless to those that knows its history and the memories they hold . Just like the mother and her craddle. Many thanks for all the work you put into each story. God bless.

JD, thank you for this story! Part of me thought the young girl was going to give the chest of drawers to the couple whose items were being auctioned. But once her grandfather started bidding, I began to think it could be his & his wife’s so many years prior. This really touched my heart ❤

Wonderful just absolutely wonderful !!!😇😇😇😇😇😇😇If you could only see the big smile my face ,and the sheer joy that feels my heart ,soul ,and spirit from hearing this story !🙂

Yippee! Captain got Grandma’s chest back. Grandpa wasn’t gonna let that carpetbagger win that one. What a good ending. I hope this is true. If not, this story was played out hopefully many times. What was done to The Southerners after The Second War of Independence was absolutely pitiful. I’m afraid we’re going to see another one. Anyways, just feeling a little melancholy and teary eyed. Thanks JD. You have talent 👍

Good Saturday mornin', JD! You've brought us another fine story friend and it's easy to tell you put a lot of work and time into each one! Enjoy your weekend and I'll see you on the next one.

That's a story to tug on your heart strings!

🩷💕🧡🐈🐾 I love your storytelling!🥰 Your channel is one of the very rare few that I share in conversation with people to check out and listen to…💕 I look forward to your stories… Thank you for sharing…🥰💕🐈

This is a really good one. Thanks for sharing.

Once again, a beautiful story beautifully told. ❤

Aw! The Captain bought back what he lost years ago to give back to his wife. What a touching “gift.” What a great story! Thank you JD.

It's not fair to make this little old lady cry! Wonderful story! It did bring a tear to my eye!

Great story as always. Reminds me of my great-grandmother’s house. She has family pictures from tintypes to contemporaries. It was like walking through time. She had a fair amount of old furniture too as you might imagine but, as a child, I was captivated with those old pictures. Such a connection to one’s past is an immensely precious thing and I can only imagine such a feeling as being able to reclaim that connection.

That is a fine story. It had me crying and laughing at the same time! Lord have mercy. Thank you Sir.

As usual, a great story.....told well. I wish more stories with happy endings were around nowadays. Thank you for the memories this brought back and......lessons learned. 💜💜☮️

What a lovely story. It truly warmed my heart this morning. Thank you so much.

What a awesome story. I loved it. I love your stories sir. By far my favorites I have heard on RU-vid. God bless you and your whole family sir...🙏❤🙏❤🙏

I listen to these stories everyday while I’m at work and then can’t wait to tell my wife the story I hear

Now that’s true love. What a wonderful story.

Been feeling sad all day. I guess the gloomy weather and the event's going on in this old world today. Listened to this story and it lifted my heart and brought a smile to my face. Thank you STORYTELLER ! Really enjoyed this story.

Best storyteller!!!! Thank you for these stories.

As someone who has learned something of furnituremaking in appalachia this story struck a chord in my soul.

If I said I didn’t have tears in my eyes when I found out that the old man bought back his brides chest of drawers she lost so many years ago I’d be lying. Beautiful story ❤️

Great story 😊 ! Keep up the good work ❤

Good to hear stories of people from my home town. You did a wonderful job as always.

Once again JD you never disappoint! Loved this story and thank you for sharing it!

Another great story! Thanks for sharing JD!

Pretty amazing stories you come up with. Thanks so much

What a story. Again you’re amazing me with something I never saw coming. It’s really great the way you do that with some of your stories. Fantastic job.

What a precious story! Thanks for sharing it with us.

Wow thank you for sharing these incredible stories so much history and the way you tell them

So many stories, few can tell 'em like you, JD. Bless you & yours❤

You never let me down JD. It’s as I know you, because I have heard stories like this from my grandfather and I’m an old man.

That's a beautiful story with lots of love. Thank you

Love this channel.

Another great one! Thanks so much fir your time. Listening on a cool windy afternoon in KY.

Well that was a surprise ending of a wonderful story! I thoroughly enjoyed it and the way you tell stories brings it to life! Thanks JD😎👍👍

😊 Excellent! Good story. Thank you. Keep them coming!

best one yet. watch everyday. keep em comin please

This was one of the best videos so far as I am concerned. I do enjoy listening to a good story.

I love this story. You did another great job of writing and reading. Thank you.

Good morning JD, what a great story to start off my Sunday morning.... Y'all stay safe out there 🙏

Great story JD. As I have my morning coffee this Saturday morning. God bless

what a wonderful, wonderful story. u are just so good at telling stories. thank you.

Thanks! I so love your stories. Wonderful story. 👍😊💕

Great Story JD, As Always!!!

A beautiful story with my Saturday morning coffee. Thank you ❤

Wonderful story. It really bought back some memories. I have my grandmothers Singer sewing machine and a pickle jar that her brother made a wooden top for. Both are well over 100 years old. Thank you.

@ScullysHouseofThrillers, below, says it all and says it best. Saves me some typing and saves everybody else from the boredom of repetition, LOL. Thank you Appalachian Storyteller; thank you both. Very well done.

Well told and very interesting story, i love the old history of places. Thanks JD

Hey brother Glad to see this one has made it to the Public awfully good tale. Have a blessed weekend

JD I love listening 🎧 to all of you fantastic stories 😍❤

this one brought me to tears. thank you

Nearly every time I hear a story it always has such a heart felt meaning seems to me the Appalachian folk was so very humble and genuine kind loving folk

Such a beautiful story, thanks for sharing

Another amazing tale well narrated sir thank you

Thank you; wonderful story. Blessings.

That was fantastic!! Thank you. My southern roots appreciate the walk back in time. Lovely

Great story with a wonderful ending. Thank you.

This was such a good Story Thank You and God Bless.

Absolutely brilliant...o loved it thank u

Another amazing story. I had to sell the truck my father and I built to move home from California after the military. My father passed a couple of years ago. I miss my dad and that truck. 49 Chevy Pickup with a deluxe cab. I relate too much to your storys.

Wow. I actually didn’t see that one coming for a while. Great one.

God Bless. That brought tears to my eyes. Hugs JD.

Great story!

Great show

another well told story and congrats on your award well deserved i live in Scotland and we Celts love a tale well told well done again and as we Scots say long may your lum reek

Wow! What a powerful story. I was not expecting that ending.

Well, I didn't see that one coming. Lol, you got me on that one!!!!

Sad for some and happy for one , great story

I liked this story very much. Thank you.

Love this story!!

I love all your stories , but this one ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

Fine story! Thank you! Peace and roses, Deb the TN Scary Lady

Awesome story. Very heart warming

Great Story Thanks

I just love these old stories of were I live and the history is amazing 👏

I ❤ This Channel!😊

Thank you for another great story I am late watching this one. Been making apple butter out on the cold day

Good story, JD

Excellent Story!!! I’m sure that in life, that has happened many times over!!!

... Don't read until youve listened through the end. . . . A delicious outcome, makes me smile ... a returned piece of the past. Truly, anything is possible.

That made me cry, what a great story

Excellent story…didn’t see that ending coming!

Fantastic story!

What a fine story! ❤

Wonderful story ❤

Great story 👏

That al.ost made me cry. Great story

So many views of life. From the creepy to the everyday. Always entertaining.

Very nice story 🙋‍♂️🐈🐈

This was so heart warming.