Christmas pictures:
John’s Christmas pictures
Here are some pictures of John’s childhood–sorry they were all on one page–the one without John Brooks is my Grandparents, some are just Mary Grace, one of Mary Grace and Tom, one of John Brooks with Tom’s nephew Jimmy and yes, that is John dressed for Halloween.
Someone requested more pictures of the property: here are some in 2008, 2009, 2010 and 2012.
Property 2008
More 2008 property
Planting Maze 2009
Property 2010
Property 2012
Hope you enjoy the pictures and thanks again for reading.
Reta
Thanks for posting these photos. They are great.
Looks like John was given a great childhood.
There are 2 years that John wear female character outfits for Halloween. I wonder what’s up with that.
Reta, firstly, I will admit I haven’t always agreed with some of the things you’ve said, or maybe it was more the way your words were edited, but I have to thank you for doing your level best to clarify things from your own personal perspective. I know you say you found writing about it cathartic and it has given you some closure, but let’s be honest, you could have done that in a journal and not made it public. What I’m saying is you didn’t HAVE to tell your story so publicly – but you made the decision to… Read more »
Reta, thanks for sharing your story. It certainly helps to fill in many blanks that were left gaping from the podcast. You were thrown into an unbelievably difficult situation. I’m so glad to hear that Mrs. Mary Grace is doing well. Finally, RIP JB.
-Becky
Thank You for sharing, this part of your life and family. That was a beautiful home place. John was not a lazy man. He got lost somewhere down the line. The people took advantage of of Him and Mary Grace. It would be nice if the owners would preserve what is there, or sell it to someone you would. Like I said Thanks and Remember I got your back in your next adventure, but we ain’t cutting Nipples this time. LOL
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iVo3FrNlLNw
i thought it was illegal for felons to be in possession of firearms
Reta – For some reason I have been off the S-Town grid for a bit and have just caught up with your blog post. I am so glad to see you have written down your thoughts and got your side of the story out for all to hear. Not that thats what matters – but for your own sanity and peace of mind I am glad to hear it has been cathartic. I had massive empathy for your role following the death of John B – and that has not changed. I hope you can move on with your life… Read more »
I just finished “binge-reading” your blog after listening to the podcast last wk! WOW, what a story! You did a great job of sharing your side, and I must say that you certainly appear more level-headed than Tyler, so I am inclined to believe your version! Not that I think Tyler is really a “bad” person; he’s just that type that feels justified in whatever he does to claim what he feels is his; if he feels it’s right, by golly then, it’s right, and you’ll never convince him otherwise! I do believe that he loved John B as a… Read more »
Hi, Reta, not sure if you are still reading comments on here but I’m a journalist, hoping to speak with you about your blog. Hopefully you can see my email address – would love to hear from you. Thanks so much.
After all this time I just found your blog Reta. It’s as wonderful as you. Love it