Porch Wisdom: 10 Unwritten Rules of Porch Sittin’: with Recipes for Food, Conversation and Life (Porch Life) Hardcover – August 13, 2024

Porch Wisdom: 10 Unwritten Rules of Southern Porch Sittin' - with Recipes for Food, Conversation and Life invites you to immerse yourself in the heart and soul of Southern charm, where the simple art of porch sitting becomes a gateway to a world of timeless wisdom and cherished traditions. In this captivating guide, you'll hear stories from a family with a rich history of Southern charm all while discovering the ten unwritten rules that define the quintessential Southern porch experience. From the art of crafting the perfect sweet tea to the unspoken etiquette of porch conversation, each rule offers a glimpse into a lifestyle that celebrates family, storytelling, and the gentle rhythm of life. And this look at Southern Life also embraces the “New Southern” and takes a look at the art of Technology on the Porch and even the rule of the Do’s and Don’ts of Politics on the Porch -- and when to break the rules.Not just a manual on porch sitting. Porch Wisdom is a treasure trove of family stories, music playlists for Porch Life and beloved recipes . Delight in the comfort food recipes for classic Southern dishes, from Cheesy Grits Casserole to the melt-in-your-mouth crust on a homemade cherry pie - (ice cream on the side of course). all the while learning how to appropriately wave at your neighbors and share a true Southern smile with anyone who drops by.Learn about the best seating and chairs for the porch, from benches to rocking chairs. Porch Lighting, from Lanterns to twinkle lights and candles. Recipes for conversation, drinks and a bit of Porch Therapy mixed in. The main book in the title Series "Porch Life", this book starts your journey towards a relaxed, demure and soulful way of life. New Southern isn't what it used to be, but at the same time it is Southern through and through. Grab your Porch Puzzles Activity Book, your Porch Pondering Journal and your Porch Plantings Gardener's Planning notebook-- Put them all together with Porch Wisdom: 10 Unwritten Rules of Porch Sittin'and you have a great start on your own "Porch Life" Read more