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Where Did “Piss Poor” and Other Phrases Come From?
Have you ever wondered where the phrase “piss poor” came from? Or maybe some other phrases that we have heard throughout the years such as “it’s raining cats and dogs”? Well, here are some “versions” of the answers! Where did “Piss Poor” come from? Interesting history. They used to use urine to tan animal skins, so families used to all pee in a pot. And then once it was full it was taken and sold to the tannery… if you had to do this to survive you were “Piss Poor”. But worse than that were the really poor folk who couldn’t even afford to buy a pot… They “didn’t have…
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20 Things A True Southerner Knows
20 Things A True Southerner Knows There are certain things that you just know. For instance, your nationality, your family, your upbringing, etc… you just “know”. How many of these do y’all know to be true? Be sure to let us know if there are some that you would add. 1. The difference between a hissie fit and a conniption. 2. Pretty much how many fish make up a mess. 3. What general direction Cattywumpus is. 4. That “gimme sugar” don’t mean “pass me the sugar.” 5. That when somebody’s “fixin” to do something, it won’t be long. 6. How good a cold grape Nehi and cheese crackers are at a…
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We’re Back…Again!!
As many of you know, we had a post that went viral…very viral. So viral in fact, that it crashed our server which is shared with several others. Unfortunately, in order to not cause others any harm, our site had to be taken offline. We are back now, but had to remove the post The White Envelope. That is the post that went viral and caused us and others so many issues. One of the things our hosting company told us was that we needed to get our site “optimized”. I have done some checking and this will cost at least $500. We then will have to get a dedicated…
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Rockin Red Beans and Rice
Red beans and rice, originated in Louisiana and in the old South, was typically made on Monday’s. This is because on Sunday there was usually a big supper after church and it usually included ham or beef which gave left over bones and a bit of meat. Monday was typically wash day. Of course, back then they didn’t have washing machines so washing clothes took a great deal of time between using a washboard and tub, then ringing the clothes and finally hanging them. Supper needed to be something that didn’t take a great deal of attention, hence, Red Beans & Rice! I know these days we don’t have to…
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A Lesson About Heaven and Hell
A Lesson About Heaven and Hell An old cowboy was riding his trusty horse followed by his faithful dog along an unfamiliar road. The cowboy was enjoying the new scenery, when he suddenly remembered dying, and realized the dog beside him had been dead for years, as had his horse. Confused, he wondered what was happening, and where the trail was leading them. After a while, they came to a high, white stone wall that looked like fine marble. At the top of a long hill, it was broken by a tall arch topped by a golden letter “H” that glowed in the sunlight. Standing before it, he saw a…
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A Letter Back Home From A Farm Kid
I had never heard this before, but apparently it has been around for a time. This is a letter that a new Marine sent home to the family back home on the farm. It will warm your heart in more ways than one. Make it a great day! Dear Ma and Pa: I am well. Hope you are. Tell Brother Walt and Brother Elmer the Marine Corps beats working for old man Minch by a mile. Tell them to join up quick before all of the places are filled. I was restless at first because you get to stay in bed till nearly 6 a.m. But I am getting used…
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My Mama’s Macaroni Salad
My Mama’s Macaroni Salad This recipe is one of my absolute favorites, however, it is one that I have had the hardest time mastering. Not because it is difficult (it’s actually very easy) but because no matter how many times I have tried, it just never tastes like my Mama’s. I have gotten the recipe from her numerous times and no matter how closely I have followed this recipe, it never quiet tastes like hers….until now! Let me just tell y’all, I have for over 30 years, been getting this recipe from her and trying to duplicate it. When she comes to visit or I go to her house she…
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House Wine Of The South – Sweet Tea
House Wine Of The South (That’s Sweet Tea For You Yankees) In the South, iced tea is a serious thing. It is often referred to as “The House Wine of the South”. When you go into a restaurant and ask for tea, they will give you a glass with ice and some of the sweetest, most wonderful tasting tea poured over the top (diabetics beware). In Georgia, on April Fools Day, many State Legislators introduced a bill that read… As used in this Code section, the term ‘sweet tea’ means iced tea which is sweetened with sugar at the time that it is brewed. “Any food service establishment which serves…
