The Old Woman and Death

The Old Woman and DeathThe Apple Seed • Season 2013, Episode 566, Segment 2

Mar 24, 2017 • 14m

Of the certainties in this world, Death is the surest. But this story, recorded live at the Timpanogos Storytelling Festival, is about a woman who won’t let the laws of physics or philosophy stop her from getting things done. Learn more about Lyn Ford by visiting www.storytellerlynford.com

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