Woodlawn Giants
“Woodlawn Giants” by Robert Ross Williams is a nostalgic exploration of childhood in West Memphis, Arkansas, during the 1960s and early 1970s. Published by Page Publishing, Incorporated on August 19, 2021, this 128-page book is presented in English. The narrative begins with the planting of pine trees, which symbolize the enduring friendships among a group of boys known as the Woodlawn Giants. Through various adventures, including snipe hunting and attempts to jump the Ten-Mile Bayou, the story captures the essence of growing up in a close-knit community.
Readers will find a rich tapestry of experiences that highlight the “it takes a village” mentality, with characters like the benevolent Big Phil Spicer and the sharp-tongued Janice Smith, also known as Skillet. The book delves into the camaraderie and mischief of childhood, showcasing moments of fishing on Dacus and Tunica Lake, as well as the lessons learned through accidents and mistakes. “Woodlawn Giants” offers a heartfelt reflection on friendship and the memories that shape our lives, inviting readers to reminisce about their own childhood adventures.
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Woodlawn Giants. A story about a group of boys growing up in West Memphis, Arkansas, in the ’60’s and early ’70’s. The story begins with Daddy and Mr. Rick planting some pine trees. Those trees symbolize my lifelong friends, the Woodlawn Giants. Enjoy the trip back in time as the boys embark on several adventures to include Florida Ball, snipe hunting, and an attempt to jump the Ten-Mile Bayou. You will experience the “it takes a village” mentality that defined the everyday world the boys experienced under the watchful eye of Mrs. Mary Jane and Momma. Meet Big Phil Spicer the benevolent, larger- than- life patriarch of our gang. You will love the sassy Janice Smith, aka Skillet, quick and sharp with the tongue. Have a front row seat to the sniper operation where the entire gang comes together in a takedown of Old Man Donaldson. If you love to fish, you will enjoy the trot line stories on Dacus and Tunica Lake. Of course, anytime boys get together, there will be accidents and mistakes. We were not angels, and we learned some hard life lessons along the way. We all lived, we all learned, and it was a wonderful childhood. Miss you, Momma and Daddy. Miss you, Big Phil and the Woodlawn Giants. The pines still stand, and the memories live on.
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