THE QUIET MAGNOLIA

Independent voices. Southern sensibility. A considered view.

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  • The Hidden Costs of Working Overnight Shifts

          As the sun came up, I found myself driving home after another twelve-hour shift, knowing I would spend the rest of the day trying to sleep while the rest of the world stayed awake. Working overnight shifts has become a normal part of my life but has affected more parts of me…

  • Are Bird Truly Dinosaurs?

    T H E   Q U I E T   M A G N O L I A Are Birds Truly Dinosaurs? Could birds truly be the last living dinosaur we have in the modern age? Scientists believe that birds are the only living dinosaurs, descending from a group of theropod dinosaurs. Theropods were bipedal,…

  • The Memories that Matter

    A reflective essay on slowing down, noticing the familiar and finding stories in ordinary life.

  • A Talk with the Mayor of Magee

    Dear Readers, Over the last few weeks, our town has faced storms, uncertainty, growth, and many conversations about where Magee is heading next. I recently had the opportunity to sit down with Mayor Mark Grubbs to discuss everything from emergency preparedness and public safety to new businesses, parks, and the future of our community. With…

  • The Quiet Turning of a Town

    Dear Readers, Whilst the rain and storms have poured through, I’ve been out and about reading, searching, and listening. The world is always changing, and so is our small town. From new lights, to the fair, to the unveiling of the park… welcome back to The Quiet Magnolia. Something you may not have noticed—especially if…