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G.R.I.T.S.: 08/01/2008 - 09/01/2008
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Going Rural in the South. Friday, August 15, 2008. Words to grow by. True contentment lies not. In obtaining what you want,. What you already have. Labels: Words to grow by. Wednesday, August 13, 2008. Waste not, want not. I read an article recently that estimated the average American household wastes between $1,500 and $3,000 worth of food annually. In another article. The New York Times estimates that Americans throw out one fourth of what is available to eat. Wow. Could this be true? By shopping daily...
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G.R.I.T.S.: 06/01/2008 - 07/01/2008
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Going Rural in the South. Monday, June 16, 2008. Leavin' on a jet plane. After the first week, she was introducing herself as "a country girl and a city girl" and had mastered the liberal use of "y'all". Her complexion was glowing, her smile was radiant, and she was truly relaxed. On our way to the airport, we were routed through a section of New Orleans that was still comprised of mostly boarded-up homes, destroyed by flooding when the levees burst after Katrina. She was at first surprised, then sad...
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G.R.I.T.S.: Mardi Blah
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Going Rural in the South. Monday, February 23, 2009. When I moved South a few years ago, I was surprised at what a big deal folks make of Mardi Gras. I knew it was an institution in New Orleans, but I had no idea that the entire Deep South pretty much grinds to a halt for four days. We didn't get a day off on President's Day, but most citizens are enjoying an extended weekend to take part in Mardi Gras festivities. Churches, Lion's Clubs, Shriners, and any other community association you can think of hos...
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G.R.I.T.S.: Never seen up North...
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Going Rural in the South. Thursday, July 23, 2009. Never seen up North. For all my non-Southern readers, this doesn't mean "slap your mother in the face". It's more along the lines of the country song. OoooWeee, shut my mouth, slap yo' grandma.",. Which in Northern parlance, roughly translates to "Stop trying to say inadequate congratulatory things and give the cook a congratulatory (and not too robust) slap on the back/behind". Stillnever seen up North. :). Subscribe to: Post Comments (Atom). The Bloggy...
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G.R.I.T.S.: 04/01/2008 - 05/01/2008
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Going Rural in the South. Tuesday, April 29, 2008. A 2007 United States Census Bureau report listed Mississippi as the poorest state in the Nation. It definitely isn't the most popular one; between 2000 and 2005, there was a net migration of a mere 75 people into the state. We do have some sad statistics:. Per capita personal income in 2006 was the lowest of any state in the U.S. For three years in a row, over 30 percent of Mississippians have been classified as obese. Mississippi may have its shameful s...
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G.R.I.T.S.: 02/01/2008 - 03/01/2008
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Going Rural in the South. Friday, February 22, 2008. Vice Tan You Got There. Driving from one end of town to the other today I noticed three separate tanning salons, a fact I find quite perplexing given that:. This small town has a population of only 3,000 souls;. 46% of the population is of color, so not likely to be in the market for a tanning salon;. Women over the age of 20 who were "brought up right" still believe that a lady should glow with only a hint of sun-kissed color, not be brown;. Looking t...
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G.R.I.T.S.: Gluten-Free Gratitude
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Going Rural in the South. Monday, November 15, 2010. Needing to adopt an uncompromising gluten-free diet has redefined my relationship with food. Not being able to eat at all for most of August and September changed my life. I was sick, in severe pain, and afraid I would end up on an operating table. I became angry, frustrated, and irritable. I lost 30 lbs far too quickly, and wondered if I would ever be able to tolerate more than clear liquids again. Two months is a long time to not eat. De-clutter, don...
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G.R.I.T.S.: 05/01/2008 - 06/01/2008
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Going Rural in the South. Saturday, May 17, 2008. My three year old daughter and I were silently enjoying the scenery as we traveled along a country road en route to her preschool. Her commanding voice drew me away from my mental review of the day's errands. Are we doing the lemon? My mind frantically sifted through memories of the last several days, looking for something- anything- to which she might be referring. I drew a complete and utter blank so asked her, "What lemon, sweetie? Ah, the speed. She s...
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G.R.I.T.S.: Gratituesday
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Going Rural in the South. Tuesday, January 20, 2009. Today I am thankful for. My girls passing their dosage calculation test. We studied together for hours on Friday, Saturday, Sunday, and Monday for this make-or-break test. (10 questions, and you've got to pass with an 80 or you can't continue in the nursing program.) I am SO proud and so happy. They not only passed the test; they conquered their fears! What are YOU grateful for? Scoot on over to. To read more reasons for giving thanks. Walter Anderson ...
