In the sequel to From Dixieland to Frisco Bay, Rufus Franklin Stephenson tells us the story of a romance which has lasted for more than half a century. Walking with My Sunshine chronicles his marriage to Joyce, the love of his life. When Rufus and Joyce decided to marry at a very young age, few supported them. Yet despite everything, they proved that true love can overcome any form of adversity, and can last a lifetime. Nourished by faith in God, the blessing of children, and unwavering loyalty to each other, their marriage has been the foundation for a family, now four generations strong, who know that the best moments in life are those that are shared with those we love. This is a story of family, of forgiveness, of building a life with faith. It is one that will lift your heart.

From Dixieland to Frisco Bay is a must read for those who yearn for a simpler time. Rufus Franklin Stephenson's honest and colorful account of his life growing up on a sharecrop cotton farm in the South, and his later career as a railroader, is a touching reminder that faith and family are all one needs to overcome even the most difficult circumstances. His rich experiences, sparkling humor and profound insight make the poems and stories of From Dixieland to Frisco Bay an uplifting read that one will not soon forget.

In the sequel to From Dixieland to Frisco Bay, Rufus Franklin Stephenson tells us the story of a romance which has lasted for more than half a century. Walking with My Sunshine chronicles his marriage to Joyce, the love of his life. When Rufus and Joyce decided to marry at a very young age, few supported them. Yet despite everything, they proved that true love can overcome any form of adversity, and can last a lifetime. Nourished by faith in God, the blessing of children, and unwavering loyalty to each other, their marriage has been the foundation for a family, now four generations strong, who know that the best moments in life are those that are shared with those we love. This is a story of family, of forgiveness, of building a life with faith. It is one that will lift your heart.

From Dixieland to Frisco Bay is a must read for those who yearn for a simpler time. Rufus Franklin Stephenson's honest and colorful account of his life growing up on a sharecrop cotton farm in the South, and his later career as a railroader, is a touching reminder that faith and family are all one needs to overcome even the most difficult circumstances. His rich experiences, sparkling humor and profound insight make the poems and stories of From Dixieland to Frisco Bay an uplifting read that one will not soon forget.