Posted by Bobby on October 4, 2006, at 19:57:44
In reply to Re: my uncle in Alabama » Bobby, posted by madeline on October 4, 2006, at 8:09:10
Can I call you Mad for short?
first , let me say that it's refreshing to see someone stick up for the south. I wish more people would do that. Secondly, I am southern born and raised---they don't come any more southern than me. also I would like the opportunity to explain myself.
I am from Georgia. Growing up in Georgia, it was customary to make fun of Alabama --in part because of various athletic rivalries. they teased us---we teased them. but let someone make fun of the south--and Alabama and Georgia become as one. Sort of like blacks can call each other N*****s and it's one thing --but if a white person calls a black person a N***** then somebody's probably going to the hospital. SOrry if you took it so hard ---but it's just a joke--nothing more (all of my uncles live in Georgia). I'm proud that you speak up for us Southerners---but have a glass of wine and relax. best wishes.
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