Mama Makes Up Her Mind : And Other Dangers of Southern Living

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Summary: It was the funniest book I had ever read; I loved it!
Review: I read this book a long time ago; I took it out of the library, and I loved it. I have wanted to reread it, but couldn't remember the name or the author; so I have been on line searching and seaching trying to track it down. I am so glad I found it and will definitly read more of Baily White's book. I had just finshed reading Fanny Flagg's book, " Welocome to the World Baby Girl!" ; which I loved. I am always trying to find really good humorous books. They are hard to find. Ms Flagg and Ms White are two of my favorites!

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Summary: when mama makes up her mind review
Review: I read this book in 2-3 sittings. I just couldn't put it down. I plan to purchase more books by Bailey White. If you are a teacher or know someone who is, this is a must read. I enjoyed her humorous way of telling about personal experiences.

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Summary: Delightful aspects of southern living
Review: I really enjoyed reading this book. The many stories had dry humor, which tends to always put a smile on the face. A little eccentric, but hey, that made it all the more interesting....you just never could tell what mama White would say or do next.

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Summary: Get to know your Southern relatives...
Review: I thought this book was hilarious! I have plenty of relatives from the South, though none quite so eccentric as Bailey's Mama. Somehow every observation, every turn of phrase rang true in each story. I think my favorite, though, has to be the one in which some ornithologists incubate a bunch of wild turkey eggs on the author as a fever-stricken six-year-old. I highly recommend this book; most of the stories are only 3 pages long but they pack a real punch.

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Summary: FUNNY
Review: I was skeptical about this book at first, but then ended up reading it three times. It really is funny, and is not depressing, like so many other books are. Bailey White's life is something that you do not want to miss. It makes you feel good about your life.

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Summary: funny, engaging characters
Review: I'm glad I discovered Bailey White; now I never have trouble
figuring out what to get my mom for Christmas or birthdays.
She's (Bailey White, not my mom) is wonderful at creating
portrayals of idiosyncratic off-kilter personalities that
remind you of someone you know. Highly recommended.

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Summary: I did not find it humurous or interesting.
Review: If you like the TV show Hee Haw you will probably like this simple book

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Summary: A wonderful book of offbeat essays
Review: It's been a long time since I've read anything that made me chuckle, let alone laugh out loud - but Bailey White's "Mama Makes Up Her Mind" had me doing just that for several stories in this collection, particularly the ones in the first section, the one that deals with her and her life with her mother. There's a story in that section called "Instant Care" that had me rolling on the floor. I can readily identify with Ms. White's mother - she's a real character! There are other stories that are not as funny - but then, they're not meant to be - and they're just as good. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.

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Summary: A wonderful book of offbeat essays
Review: It's been a long time since I've read anything that made me chuckle, let alone laugh out loud - but Bailey White's "Mama Makes Up Her Mind" had me doing just that for several stories in this collection, particularly the ones in the first section, the one that deals with her and her life with her mother. There's a story in that section called "Instant Care" that had me rolling on the floor. I can readily identify with Ms. White's mother - she's a real character! There are other stories that are not as funny - but then, they're not meant to be - and they're just as good. I wholeheartedly recommend this book.

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Summary: Southern Books
Review: Just wanted to ask Ms White about Joe King's song....William Matrimatoes...my version is a little bit different, but have never seen it in print before.