Red Clay and Vinegar: Looking at Family Through the Eyes of a Southern Child

This wonderful book was bought for me from the author who spoke at a meeting my sister attended. Reading this book takes you down your own memory lane right along with her family memories, the things you remember! The thankfulness in your heart for the family love and get togethers and the funny things that happened too. RED CLAY AND VINEGAR is a magic carpet to take you back in time and warm your heart - get a copy today! Jackie Griffey, author of the Maryvale series.

I started reading this book last night after putting the kids down, intending to read a chapter to wind down. At 1:30 am, I was closing the book, wishing there were more to read. This is the absolute best book I have read in quite some time that reaches to the core of who we are as family, and what we could do to strengthen it. What I especially liked was the fact it wasn't preachy, textbook dull or the type that would make you feel like a terrible mother if there were ways you could improve. It was learning by example of her life, how she was raised, mistakes made, losses, successes, and at the chapter's end she would write one paragraph that would encourage the reader to implement one value or tradition to strengthen the family unit he/she was a part of. Excellent book--I'm buying copies for my mother, mother-in-law and sisters!

I heard Naomi speak at a conference on parenting and families recently. I was moved to tears when she spoke about the love she has for her 100 year old mother and cried again when I read her words in print. Naomi helps us understand that it is our responsibility to "teach" our children and others how to be good parents because if we don't,how else will they know? I admire this women and loved the book.

Naomi Haines Griffith writes a powerful recollection of her childhood memories. After hearing her speak, reading the book I felt as if she was talking to me. I could feel her emotion in each part and experience she shared. Red Clay and Vinegar is a good read that you can learn the small lessons in life from, and share them with your family, friends and neighbors.

This book left me with a very warm and secure feeling of family and growing up in the South. Any baby boomer who grew up in the South will be able to relate to this wonderful story. Good job Naomi!