Author: Josh Waltman

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Published: 2019-04-25

Total Pages: 124

ISBN-13: 9781790394296

This book is equal parts humorous and informative. It is an insiders guide to what often feels like a foreign language to those who grew up outside of Southside Virginia. Comprising the counties in the south central part of the state, Southside is know for its rural farming culture, hospitality, faith, family, work ethic, and simple living. The slang, dialect, and expressions commonly used throughout Southside may be baffling to non-native speakers. The authors cover topics such as how to know if "Bless your heart" is a sincere expression of concern or an insult on your intelligence. You will also learn the difference between a country boy and a redneck as well a how to interpret the ever-confusing multiple meanings of y'all. Here's an example of the types of things you'll learn:Term: He fell outta the ugly tree and hit ev'ry branch on the way down. Definition: phrase used jovially to describe someone who is extremely unattractiveYankee translation: Just so you know, we don't actually have ugly trees in the South. All of our trees are attractive. Example: I can't believe she's datin' him. I mean he feel outta the ugly tree and hit ev'ry branch on the way down. Bless his heart.What Yer Momndem Say Aboat This Here Book:"This shore is a good book for all them Yankees that come down here and need some learnin' on how to talk!" - Virginia S., Homemaker in Prince Edward County "Great day! Brunswick stew, chittlins, and cow patties all in one book!" - Charlotte C., Family matriarch in Lunenburg County"I can't believe they're givin' away all our secrets!" - Johnny R., Electrical lineman in Prince Edward County"This is a very informative, educational, and insightful foray into how these Southsiders communicate. This helped me to better understand my neighbors because they operate as an entirely different culture down here." - Billy Y., Retired New Jersey Police Officer"Those oatsiiiders that act all high and mighty are gonna get a whoopin' if they keep talking to us like we're stupid. Maybe this book will help." - Bo W., Pittsylvania County farmer