Funny we should be on the subject of colloquialisms (sp?). I have just recently been reading a transcript of an 1897 Kentucky divorce in which several family members and community residents gave depositions. (Yes, cousins, it used to be HARD to get a divorce). Examples of phrases: "She got her budget and left." (Purse, handbag or overnight bag). "I don't recollect." (Remember). "They yagered." (Chronic argument). "There was a frackus." (Big fight). Vietta ------------------------------