Creekbank Stories Curt Iles, Storyteller

Sometimes, an image burns into our minds without words. Such are these recent photos from the Iles homestead in Dry Creek.    

    My Dad loved Dry Creek Baptist Church and Dry Creek Baptist loved him in return. Attention: To all who want their church to be the best it can be in reaching others. The following is what I call “Brother C’s Manifesto.” It was written by my late father, Clayton Iles. I’ve left it in his unique handwriting. I …

Encouragement is something that doesn’t cost anything to give yet the outcome is priceless! -May Hill Encouragement   What a good word: encouragement. I could list various definitions. Instead, I’ll do what I do (and love) best. I’ll tell a story: The 1936 Berlin Olympics are among the most famous Olympiads of the 20th century. Its location was Germany Its …

  My 12 Key Words for 2026 Onward! Each January, I revise my Life Plan. It’s the words, sketches, and notes that remind me about what really matters. I have a list of words to guide me. Onward is one of my 12 keywords. It reminds me I’m moving and upward. There’s no room for coasting in my life. Onward …

Alone   He died alone, but he was buried by hundreds.   His name was John Whittaker.   I know little about him, but neither did his neighbors. He was a Vietnam-era Veteran who lived an isolated and lonely life. I do not know if this lifestyle was by choice or from the bruises and hurts of life.   John …

Under construction as of December 21, 2025   An Ongoing Study of “The Old Confederate Military”/aka “The Sugartown Road.” We’re gathering information from interested parties (like you.) This should be interesting and fun. Stay tuned.  

    www.creekbank.net   HOLD THE PRESSES: We’re having trouble with Amazon Mothership on downloading FREE Kindle ebook of  our latest book, One Night in Winterset.    Don’t give up! Scroll down to view the front and back covers     Two new Christmas Books just in time for Christmas: One Night in Winterset and Uncle Sam. Order both at …

Book Clubs Under Construction   5 FEB 2026   This is a companion blog post to our book, One Night in Winterset. What are the major themes of One Night in Winterset? What touches could the author add that would enrich the story? (Amazon KDP allows the author to update their manuscripts at will.) If you find errors, please email me …

November 2025 in the Pineywoods and along the Red River What does a spray bottle of “Poo Go” for bathroom odor and a box of kitchen matches have in common? Sister Colleen and Mom are their way to a “Housewarming” for our nephew and niece Carson and Allie Campbell. The Poo-Go is her gift. I told her I had an …

  Tuesday, November 4 Riding Shotgun   But when the Helper comes, whom I will send to you from the Father, the Spirit of truth, who proceeds from the Father, he will bear witness about me. -Jesus in John 15:26   If you grew up watching Westerns, you’re very familiar with the shotgun rider. He was the well-armed, grizzled guard …

    This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!   “A stranger is just a friend you haven’t met.” Photo: With my new girlfriend, Mrs. Lois Rollins, at Y-Not-Stop in Alexandria. I’m a friend collector. Any day I make a new friend is a good day.   Yesterday, I was working …

  This is the day the Lord has made. Let us rejoice and be glad in it!               “Where I Come From“ has become a favorite among our faithful readers. You can purchase copies in Paper, Hardback, and Kindle eBook at Amazon.com/Curt Iles Books.         Purchase your copy of The Three Trees …

October 2025 Uncle Sam is getting ready to ride again Uncle Sam: A Horse’s Tale