Southernism of the Week: “See, no one in the South ever asks if you have crazy people in your family. They just ask what side they’re on.” – Julia Sugarbaker, Designing Women

Trivia: All of these romantic comedy actresses have won an Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role. Can you name the movies that got them their Oscars? (answers at the end of the newsletter)

A) Sandra Bullock

B) Julia Roberts

C) Reese Witherspoon

Southern Treat of the Week: “Mississippi mud pie is a flavorful American dessert consisting of a cookie crust filled with numerous variable ingredients such as biscuits, ice cream, pudding, whipped cream, liqueur, and marshmallows. The pie is usually prepared in layers and often topped with almonds, pecans, chocolate syrup, or marshmallows.” – TasteAtlas.

Praise for Felony Melanie and the Big Smashup: Thanks to Gwen for this review: “Melanie is a fun loving, fabulous character and I enjoy reading about her adventures. A book full of fun and laughs.”

On Southern music: Comedian (and former Georgia Congressman) Ben "Cooter" Jones tells a story about a banjo picker and the roots of American music in the South. Read Front Porch Braggin’ Rights.

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Trivia Answers: Oscar for Best Actress in a Leading Role

Sandra Bullock – “The Blind Side” (2010)

Julia Roberts – “Erin Brockovich” (2001)

Reese Witherspoon – “Walk the Line”(2006)

Happy Spring from Doug and Kris!