The Telltale Lilac Bush
A Campfire Tale 🔥
Welcome to Campfire Tales!
Campfire Tales is a weekly storytelling series where myths and folktales come to life. Each episode features a captivating retelling of a story, followed by a brief breakdown of its symbols and deeper meanings. Designed to spark curiosity and connection, Campfire Tales invites listeners to explore timeless themes and discover how these stories resonate in their own lives. Whether you're a lover of myths or new to their magic, these tales are a gateway to deeper dives into storytelling, symbolism, and personal transformation.
This week’s Campfire Tale 🔥 is: “The Telltale Lilac Bush” — An Appalachian Folkstory
You can listen to the audio version:
or watch with captions and a lovely campfire for ambiance:
What did you think of this tale? What aspects really struck you or stayed with you after listening?
Here’s a shadow prompt from the tale to consider:
The story ends with the scent of lilacs never truly fading. What do you think this symbolizes? Is it a warning? A reminder? A final act of defiance?
Sources:
The Telltale Lilac Bush: And Other West Virginia Ghost Tales by Ruth Ann Musick
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