Author: Stepheny Forgue Houghtlin

Stepheny Forgue Houghtlin grew up in Evanston, IL. and is a graduate of the University of Kentucky. She is an author of two novels: The Greening of a Heart and Facing East. She lives, writes and gardens in NC. Visit her: Stephenyhoughtlin.com

Andre Knight Is Not the Only One Who Makes ‘Mistakes’

Some years back there was an Episcopal priest in the Diocese of Chicago, Father John Phillips. He was a hail-fellow-well-met kind of middle-aged man, with a head of great white hair and a voice that, when he sang the Mass, was beautiful. He used to tell a story on himself about occasionally thinking, while preaching, You’re … Continue reading Andre Knight Is Not the Only One Who Makes ‘Mistakes’ →

The Huey Long Lesson and Andre Knight

I have always been interested in political personalities. Not simply politics itself, but the strange hold certain men manage to have over voters, even when controversy swirls around them almost constantly. My immediate reaction surprised even me. I thought of Huey Long. Now before anyone gasps at the comparison, let me quickly say Andre Knight … Continue reading The Huey Long Lesson and Andre Knight →

An Open Letter to the Next Mayor of Rocky Mount

In 2027, Rocky Mount will elect a new mayor. I want to thank Mayor Sandy Roberson during his remaining term, for his dedication to Rocky Mount. Public leadership is never easy, particularly during challenging and changing times for cities across America. I especially enjoy his sense of good humor, his steady presence, his business background, … Continue reading An Open Letter to the Next Mayor of Rocky Mount →