Beverly

“If you love Southern men, raise your glass. If you don't raise your standards.”
― Nick Wilgus, Shaking the Sugar Tree

“We don’t hide crazy,” I said. “We put it on the porch and let it entertain the neighbors.”
― Nick Wilgus, Shaking the Sugar Tree

“It’s good,” Jackson said. “You’re just saying that,” I replied. “No, really, it’s good. A little greasy….” “The grease is part of the charm,” I pointed out. “Said the heart attack to the clogged arteries.” “You’re in the South now, boy. Grease is one of the four main food groups.”
― Nick Wilgus, Shaking the Sugar Tree

“What do you do for fun in this town?

Well, you know. Wash dishes. Wipe up baby drool, put a new quart of oil in him once in a while. Watch the Weather Channel to see if any of the neighbors have been blown away by a tornado. Eat too much cheese and get cheese farts.

Keeps you busy, huh?”
― Nick Wilgus, Shaking the Sugar Tree