Twanglish Lesson: Give
Twanglish Lessons is your bi-weekly guide to the finer points of the Official Language of the South. Remember, it's not English; it's Twanglish. One would be forgiven if they looked at the title of...
View ArticleSouthern Sweets: Raisin Pie
While going through family histories and family writings, I learned my Grandmother was known for making raisin pies — especially at Christmas time. I had never had raisin pie and the thought of it...
View ArticleSouthern Sweet: Nothing’s Nuttier than a Fruitcake
We have all heard the jokes about fruitcake: “Better off using as a door stop.” “ Would survive a nuclear disaster.” “Makes a great speed bump for the neighborhood street.” “Use in the place of...
View ArticleYour Invitation to Thanksgiving in the RSM Clubhouse
You are cordially invited to the imaginary RSM clubhouse, where the leaves are always golden, the breezes cool, your college is always winning on the gridiron, and the air smells continuously of a...
View ArticleTake That, Thanksgiving!
I know it has become fashionable to rant and rave about Christmas encroaching on Thanksgiving's territory, but don't be surprised if I mock you for espousing that sentiment. If history has taught us...
View ArticleThe Great Dog Experiment of 2011
In the annals of great Southern experiments, there are many failures. Add to that list the recent attempt of the Franklin family to get a new pet, a.k.a The Great Dog Experiment of 2011, a.k.a The...
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