Do we have unique Southern traditions? Of course we do! Consider these pointed out by Olivia Byrd: “Southern women talk slow and in detail!” True, “dahling”! Is it a Southern thing to write thank-you notes? Good etiquette for all, I believe. Lots of food, flowers, friends, and family at funerals. Yes. Daily gatherings for coffee, either morning or afternoon. Every ...
Notes from Nana: A Mother’s Day Memo
Some days, is your physical mailbox just filled with un-asked for and un-wanted mail? I read something stunning recently, in of all places, a mail order catalog. I stand by the trash can to check my day’s mail and sometimes just glance at an item and throw it away. (A hint I learned years ago. I’m always looking for those "Clear Your Clutter Away” type ideas.) But this catalog was ...
HOORAY for Books!: Patti Pelican
Storyteller Lynda Deniger enjoys school visits, entertaining young children, and encouraging them to love reading. Her first book concerns life on the coastal Gulf waters with “Salty Seas,” a talking shrimp boat and his captain “Charley,” showing the values of hard work, friendship and teamwork. Deniger, an enthusiastic storyteller had already had some success with ...
HOORAY for Books!: Patti Pelican
Storyteller Lynda Deniger enjoys school visits, entertaining young children, and encouraging them to love reading. Her first book concerns life on the coastal Gulf waters with “Salty Seas,” a talking shrimp boat and his captain “Charley,” showing the values of hard work, friendship and teamwork. Deniger, an enthusiastic storyteller had already had some success with her ...