Matt Farley

So I'm a third generation urban Appalachian. My mother's father was born in

Kentucky, in Harlan. My father's father was born in West Virginia, and he has a lot of roots going back to West Virginia.  So thoroughly urban Appalachian, but third  generation. Growing up, we didn't have a ton of  Appalachian customs and things. I would hear bits  and pieces from my mom,  but then as an adult, I’m in search of culture and identity and what that is and what that means.

I have this picture here of my daughter from last night when we were trick-

or-treating out in Brookville. She's dressed like Princess Peach.

One of my most happiest places is just in the forest and by the river. And so if I can transmit that love to her, I'm gonna try.