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I have never lived in Mississippi, but ever since I visited Oxford as Field Secretary from California for Delta Gamma in the mid-1960s, it has held a special place in my heart. When I married my "Mississippi husband" nine years ago, I understood why it had stayed special for such a long time.

I love your magazine and often give it as gifts to friends and relatives who love it as well, whether they have ever been in Mississippi or not! I especially enjoyed Glenda Wadsworth's "Life on the Road" and Kelli Bozeman's editorial comments in the May/June issue. Thank you!

Penny Bryant

Houston, Texas

A brief letter of appreciation for your feature article on Kosciusko, my former hometown, and profound gratitude for the generous mentions of our three Delta Gamma founders in your May/June issue. I am Mary Comfort Leonard's grand-daughter, and although I was a child of 8 at her death, I remember vividly her persona.

I was an Alpha Psi member at Ole Miss, as were my daughter-in-law, Lisa Paris, and granddaughter Rachel Marie Paris. We all share that pride that Delta Gamma was founded right here in Mississippi and great pride in our ancestor.

How elated I am to know that Mississippi Magazine's editor and art director are sisters!

I'm a longtime subscriber and wish you continued success in this joyous magazine.

Rose Leonard Paris

Indianola

Eileen Bailey's article "A Literary Landscape" (May/June) was absolutely wonderful! We appreciate your help in spreading the word about the Faulkner Garden at the Union County Heritage Museum in New Albany.

In addition to the contributors listed, Wal-Mart was also a substantial financial contributor to the garden project.

We invite all of your readers to visit the Faulkner Garden. Many thanks!

Gwyn Pennebaker, president

New Albany Garden Club

New Albany

I enjoyed your article on Crystal Springs and its history and tie to the tomato business ("Where in Mississippi is ... Crystal Springs?," May/June). My grandfather, P.T. Johnson, was the local blacksmith, and his motto was, "I can fix anything but a broke man."

I grew up in Crystal Springs and loved every minute of it. The tomato festival was a very big deal back then. Two of my friends, Price Batton and Cliff Thomas, were "little mayors" at the festival. I had the honor to be an alderman in the parade.

I think I am the only one who thinks Crystal Springs was the "tomatropolis" of the world and not the "tomatopolis." Eudora Welty, in her Photographs book, has a picture of the giant tomato that used to be on Highway 51, and it is plainly labeled "Tomatropolis."

There was a audible warning at the powerhouse that sounded when frost was predicted. I can't describe the sound other than it rose and fell continuously and it was called the "squeedunk."

Many thanks for the memories.

Scott Kimball

The Woodlands, Texas

Thank you for the great article on Yazoo City ("On the Edge of the Delta," March/April). Although I'm from Indiana, I have become fascinated with your state since I saw "My Dog Skip," about the life of author Willie Morris. After seeing the movie, I knew I had to see where this heart-warming story took place and learn more about Willie Morris. I traveled to Yazoo City three years in a row and have many fond memories of all the places I visited in your state. I can see why Willie loved this place where the hills meet the Delta.

I hope the Gulf Coast will recover to its full glory after Katrina. You are in my thoughts and prayers. Again, thank you for the great article on Yazoo City.

Georgia Hardy

Jasonville, Indiana

After an absence from our home state for more than 50 years (25-plus in Latin America and 25-plus in Florida), we've decided to "come home" to enjoy some of the wonderful places we read about in Mississippi Magazine. Thank you!

Geraldine R. Lee

Florence

As a child of the South and a native of Jackson, I have delighted in Mississippi Magazine since its inception. Though my husband and I have resided in various states and currently live in Louisiana, we still continue to "think in Mississippi!"

Bless your heart!

Rebecca Ford Tull

Pineville, Louisiana