Eternal Rewards - Stories for the Whole Family by Donna Washington and Bil Lepp

Gather your family to listen to stories about tricking others and the consequences of being a trickster. (1:14) "Wicked John and the Devil" - Donna Washington tells a story based on the African American tradition, but with a North Carolina twist. A man progressively becomes older and crankier as the small town tells stories of his antics. When its his time to go, he is in for a rude awakening as the consequences of his despicable actions precede him. (15:10) Sam Payne tells a story about an epic trick he planned with his brother and friends when he was a kid and the lesson he learned from his trickster exploits. (19:21) "Soul in Hawk" - Bil Lepp tells a story from his time as a pastor and the individuals in the communities he served. In particular, he gets close to one colorful soul when he decides its time to save his own soul. What stories and memories were sparked for you? Be sure to share them with the people you love, because stories bring us together. The Apple Seed is a production of BYUradio and is hosted by storyteller Sam Payne. Key Words: Stories, Storyteller, Storytelling, Family, Death, Life, Rewards, Change, Forgiveness, Trickster, Friendship, Neighbors, Community, Church, Wishes