
Dolly Parton: Dream Big, Pray Big
Fueled by her unflappable faith, the country music legend has never been afraid to aim high.
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Fueled by her unflappable faith, the country music legend has never been afraid to aim high.

In this story from July 2004, country music legend Dolly Parton shares her secrets for living a positive life, filled with love, joy and gratitude.

Big prayers, big goals and a big heart have all played a role in her rise to superstardom, and the wisdom of Norman Vincent Peale helped, too!

Dolly Parton’s pickled peaches will fill your kitchen with the smell of cinnamon and cloves.

The nice thing about this ham is that we always had leftovers, which mean that Mama and Daddy would take us on a picnic with baskets filled with ham and biscuits.


The country superstar says it’s the cubed dill pickle that gives this sandwich spread its tang.

This tasty dish is a holiday favorite with Dolly Parton and her family.

These delicious biscuits are one of Dolly’s favorite additions to holiday meals.

This delicious concoction is one of Dolly Parton’s favorite holiday desserts.

Where does Dolly Parton feel most at home? Where she grew up in the Smoky Mountains. Read her inspiring story to find out more about the country singer’s green roots.
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