In this episode of Off the Gravel Road, youth hosts Braelynn and Allysyn sit down with 92-year-old John Cotton, a lifelong resident of Barnstead whose family roots run deep through the town’s history. From riding his pony down Route 28 to school, to helping launch Barnstead’s Fourth of July fireworks and skating parties, John’s stories bring to life a time when neighbors knew every name, families farmed together, and the town’s spirit was built on hard work and laughter.
John reflects on how much has changed and what must never be lost as Barnstead grows. With humor, humility, and heart, he reminds us that while we may live faster today, true community still comes from looking out for one another.
Part of our “Through the Eyes of Our Elders” series — preserving Barnstead’s stories, one conversation at a time.
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