SOUTHERNERS, as they say, are different. If you've ever wondered why they are like they are, it's in the book. If you've ever wondered why they aren't more like you'd expect, that's in the book, too.

Join this Southern born and bred lady as she takes you on a fun romp through Southern expressions, Southern ways, Southern foods, Southern rituals, Southern recipes, Southern rules.

If you grew up Southern, you'll probably nod your head as you read this little volume.

Table of Contents (59 pages)

"Bless Your Heart" and "Ya'll Come" Favored Phrasing from the Mouths of Southerners

"Ugly as Homemade Sin" and Other Southern Ways of Putting It

"Ya"ll Better..." Some of the Rules We're Taught to Live By

"Don't You Dare..." Some of the Rules We Don't Break

Greens, Hoppin'-John, and Pork Eating for Health and Wealth in the New Year

The Collard Club Our Small Town Tradition

Spoon Bread, Pecan Pie, and Other Foods Favored in the South... and Shag Dancing at the Beach

A Moon Pie and RC Cola Southern Soft Drink Rituals

Your Daddy is Your Best Man The Way We Do Weddings in the South

Giving Directions How to Get to the New Methodist Church