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LADY IN RED

On MB’s December cover, featuring Carolina Groom at Harrison Farms

This is probably my favorite shoot you’ve ever done. In love. - Courtney Hilley

I’m not easily impressed, but THIS is stunning. - Donna Nettles Jackson

Remarkable cover. She is so elegantly striking, especially in red. - Christian Harris Flynn

Gorgeous. One of the prettiest covers ever! - Kim Howard Campbell

LET’S TACO ‘BOUT IT

On December’s Tastings of Downtown’s Mexican-Asian food truck, Front Yard Tacos LEAGUE OF THEIR OWN

On November’s Spotlight, “Pro Football’s Silver Kings,” by Mark Newell

I thoroughly enjoyed your story on the Mobile Tarpons. My dad was Fred Collins. He was friends with Dr. Bodet and Bill Menton when I was young, but I was not aware of the extent of their relationship. I remember stories of us going to the Tarpon games no matter what the weather was like (some of the sisters were probably whining about the weather), but I was too young to remember actually going. I was about 3 or 4, based on the years you mentioned in the article. My older siblings and our mother remember going to the games at Ladd Stadium. Your story will motivate me to get them to tell the stories, but this time I will pay more attention. Dad passed away in 2003.

Thanks again for your work and thoroughness. I am sure it took you a good bit of time gathering the facts. - Patrick Collins MERRY AND BRIGHT

On December’s holiday house feature, “Deck the Halls,” showcasing the historic Midtown home of Julianne & Ronnie McBay

It’s so beautiful. Definitely decked the halls. - Suzanne Roberts

Your green dress and sweet pup Mac steal the show! - Julie Karcher Williams

You certainly have an extraordinary talent for decorating. - Debbie Royals Akridge

Julianne, you are the epitome of beauty, charm and Southern grace. - Melissa Goebelbecker Cason

Everything is beautiful! All those days in junior high school, high school and college have paid off. Walking neighborhoods, South Main, and talking about houses and what you would do. Seems like yesterday. - Angel Roberts Saunders

The place is great, seriously impressive. - Will Israel

Our favorite spot in town. - Michael Damrich

Ain’t nothin’ like ‘em no where. - Ollie Etheredge

WELL-DESERVED PEACE

On December’s Spotlight, “Wrapped in Comfort,” about the international nonprofit organization Quilts of Valor

Such a wonderful group. My dad was blessed with one of these quilts. They are exquisite. - Lindsey Mulliki RECOUNTING THE RACONTEUR

On “When Eugene Wrote for Us: Memories from the ’80s,” posted on MB’s social media in honor of Eugene Walter’s 100th birthday

I was fortunate, as a young newlywed, recent graduate of Spring Hill College, to dine with Eugene Walter at the home of Sam and Lilly Betty. This was around 1965. I felt a little like Alice in Wonderland, even without knowing much about the man. The more I heard and read and learned, the more I knew what a gift that evening, that memory would continue to be. It all came back when I read this post. - Eusebia Logue Fink

He was one of my Mom’s best friends in high school. - Nate McClure

Want to share your thoughts and reactions to this issue? Email maggie@pmtpublishing.com. HOW DO YOU ROUX?

On MB’s Instagram post, a photo and tips for making the perfect pot of gumbo

My friend Staci’s gumbo recipe says “stir forever” when it gets to the roux stage. - Cheryl Kittrell

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