Southern Lady - The Rules???

     While doing a little research for Southern Belle Magazine, I came across some interesting and amusing "rules and descriptions" of a southern lady. Thought I'd share them.

   YOU KNOW YOU ARE A TRUE SOUTHERN LADY WHEN:
    ~You pull over to the side of the road when a funeral procession passes, showing respect for the       
       deceased.

    ~You know how to entertain and all your parties have themes.

    ~You cross your legs at your ankles.

    ~You always clean your house before going on a trip.

    ~You monogram everything.

    ~You know that no matter how old you are, your father is “Daddy” and your mother is “Mama.”

    ~You only use a straw to sip a mint julep, during an illness, or when you have a Coke in a can.

    ~You follow up everything with “Bless your heart.”

    ~You had two cakes at your wedding—a bride’s cake and a groom’s cake.

    ~You love sweet tea, red velvet cake, black-eyed peas, fried okra, turnip greens, and cornbread.

    ~You think fried catfish is the other white meat.

    AND A FEW "RULES":

   -Never wear white shoes before Easter or after Labor Day except if you're a bride. (I think we're

    past this one, don't you?)
   -Thank you notes are a necessary component of being gracious and appreciative.
   -Never chew gum or smoke in public. (don't think I like this one! I love me some gum!)
   -Never show anger in public. Smile and act like a lady.
   -Act helpless and confused when it's to your advantage; never let them know how clever and   

    capable you really are.

   -Charm, Charm, Charm.
   -Be elegant and graceful

And a couple great quotes:

"Remember to be very careful of who you talk about around here. Everybody in the South is kin to each other. No matter who you bring up, you're bound to be insulting somebody's aunt, uncle, or third cousin twice removed."
"Tacky" - a common word used most often by Southern women describing someone's behavior or appearance. 

Any of that sound familiar to you? lol. 

I would like to add a few of my own:

   A true southern lady (wife) should know how to:

      ~ cook chicken 'n dumplins from scratch (which I haven't mastered yet)

      ~ shoot a gun (come on hubby- time for a lesson!)

      ~ watch a football game and actually enjoy it and know at least a little of what's 

         going on.

      ~ keep her husband (or significant other) and children happy but always make 

         time for herself

      ~ and most importantly: know when to keep her opinions to herself and 

         not criticize someone on facebook..... just sayin'

Want to add some to the list? Leave your comments! Would love to hear from you!

Until next time,

amy