The Davis County Jail and My Best Purchase

Step aboard the Story Ark for a special episode hosted by Kenny Mears, where we spotlight the heartfelt storytelling of Wayne Kartchner. This episode features two moving pieces from Wayne: a poignant poem, "Davis County Jail," and a touching family story, "My Best Buy."

In "Davis County Jail," Wayne offers an intimate glimpse into the lives of those seeking solace and redemption within the chapel of a county jail. Through vivid imagery and empathetic storytelling, listeners meet a cast of characters-each searching for hope, safety, and connection in unlikely circumstances. The poem captures moments of vulnerability, resilience, and the unexpected comfort found behind concrete walls.

The episode then shifts to a deeply personal tale about Wayne's father, Oren Kartchner, and the only piece he ever wrote: a loving tribute to his wife, Bertha, framed as "My Best Buy." Oren’s words celebrate decades of partnership, devotion, and the enduring power of love, culminating in a memory that lingers long after his passing.

Join us for this unique voyage into stories of hardship, gratitude, and the ties that bind us.

Tune in for an episode that reminds us of the strength found in community, the grace of second chances, and the lasting impact of a single act of love.

A special thanks to Wayne Kartchner of the Utah Storytelling Guild. For more information on Wayne, be sure to check out his profile with The Utah Storytelling Guild: https://www.utahstorytellingguild.website/project/wayne-kartchner-2/

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