The sisters were asked from someone who follows our blog, saying “what do the Sweet and Savory Sisters think of the whole Paula Deen thing?” This wasn’t the first question like that…so, here goes:
Some of our readers know that we have a relationship with Paula Deen, but with questions like that, and with all the current media feeding frenzy, we felt we needed to say something clearly: we love her dearly, she has been like a second mother to us and feel that her apology to…well, everyone, has been heartfelt, that she should be shown grace, and if we could wave a wand, we’d make the media circus go away; it is simply amazing how quickly many in the media and on-line community will turn on a person. She is not perfect, of course, nor are any of us…the Bible says “all have sinned and fall short of the glory of God.” We do, you do, and Paula does. We don’t condone the use of racial slurs by anyone, be it 30 years ago, yesterday, or tomorrow. But we can say this:
– we love Paula and her children…we knew her years ago, when we were children, knew her as young adults, and have had the privilege of knowing her more closely in the last couple of years. She’s real, she’s loving, she’s generous, and we’ve never seen or heard a racial slur associated with her.
– we’d beg fans of all races to hear her heart and trust her apology and allow her to move on and continue to be the extraordinarily positive influence she has been for fans of all races, creeds, and colors, for years now. She is indeed the fantastic cook, the wonderful “rags to riches” story, and one of the hardest working and most giving people you’ll ever meet…to everyone. One thing you don’t hear the media sharing is all the good she has done for not only the sisters but for people everywhere.
– we’re friends, family AND fans of Paula and her family, and hope that this episode will draw them all closer together, and that she’ll come out stronger and even more positive of an influence in the cooking community than she has been these last few years….and that’s saying something!
The Sweet and Savory Sisters
Amy and Suzette
Sass! 
June 27, 2013 at 6:59 am
Kudos to you both. My heart hurts for the problems this family has undergone and we must all wait until this sham of a lawsuit is overturned in court and then shout it from the mountain tops as I am sure the media won’t be waiting to publicize that. She must continue to take the high road and karma will help her and the family make it through. Keep up the good work and I’m waiting for your cookbook! AND…stay away from Food Network, we have seen their true colors!
June 27, 2013 at 7:43 am
I agree. I love Paula Deen! She always seemed like such a sweet lady. I love how her recipes are budget friendly, not everyone can afford the extensive ingredient lists most chefs have on there now.
June 27, 2013 at 7:22 am
As A White Woman Whom Married Outta My Race 32 Years Ago,I Too Have Used The Racial Slurs With My Afician Brothers And Sisters.However It Don’t Make It Right.I Called Them And Apologized To Them Yesterday After Seeing Paula Deen Interview.Paula,I Forgive You For Thirty Years Ago,When If I Had A Gun Pointed To My Head The Bank Robber Woulda Heard More Than What You Said.Ive Always Wanted To Come To Eat At Your Restaraunt,One Day I Will.We All Have Come Short in The Glory Of Our God.I Know Your Hurting,Keep Your Family Close And Real Friends.We Know One Person Can Bring Down And Empire,God Will Get Her.You Try Paula And Have A Good Day,I Will Keep You And Your Family In My Prayers.I Support Paula Deen!!!
June 27, 2013 at 7:25 am
I’m so glad someone is willing to be their approval on record. I’m tired of all these supposed “friends” of Paula’s who think she’s a wonderful person, but don’t have the courage to say, “Yes, I support her.” Get some balls people!
June 27, 2013 at 7:28 am
I watched Paula everyday on the food network since she first came on the air. She inspired me in more than one way! She helped me get in the kitchen to make these great meals, to not take no for answer, and to never stop fighting! I have yet to have the chance, the honor to meet her but hopefully one day I will and I’ll get to tell her what a difference she made in my life without knowing me. I know she will come out on top of this because she is a strong, loving, caring, wonderful woman who does more for people in one day than most do in a lifetime! We all love you Paula! Never stop smiling
June 27, 2013 at 7:29 am
why not make her own show not on food network , or any of the ones that dropped her ,? and selll her stuff on qvc ,or such , makes sense , take away the power of their assinine beings , its mind over matter she dont mind and their sorry azzzes dont matter ,,love ya paula ………
June 27, 2013 at 7:30 am
FB has disabled me posting saying my support for Paula Deen is spam
June 27, 2013 at 7:39 am
I love Paula as well; she is a sweet southern woman who made a mistake and is truly sorry….I am sure there are people out there who have made such comments but because they are not celebrities it is ignored. May god be with Paula and her family and get them through this difficult time.
June 27, 2013 at 7:44 am
My heart is breaking at seeing this modern day “WITCH HUNT” that is going on. I am so glad to see so many people standing behind this amazing woman. She has been gracing my house with her glorious face and upbeat cantor for years via television. I hate that she has to be dragged through the sewers but she will come out better on the other side. She will know who is worthy of being in business with her and carrying on her legacy. Sometimes it takes something terrible like this to see who truelly belongs in our lives. Like my Grandma used to say…never let any lies or negativity take space in your head or heart unless they are paying rent. Hold strong to your true family Paula and it’ll all come out in the wash in the end. Let the haters keep on hating and the ones who truelly believe in you and love you will be there in the end.
June 27, 2013 at 7:45 am
Excellent post! Good to hear from someone so close to her. Taking note of all these companies who are responding so poorly to this extortion and media attack.
June 27, 2013 at 7:47 am
Some folks don’t have anything better to do than find criticism in others. All of these people pointing fingers need to look at themselves. Thank you Amy & Suzette for this post. I know Paula will make it and come back stronger than ever!
xoxo
June 27, 2013 at 7:49 am
Thanks for standing up for paula! She has given so much to all of us this is where we can stand up and give back to her! I hope she knows how much love and prayers are being sent her way.
June 27, 2013 at 7:50 am
Thank you for standing up for this lady, who is being railroaded.
June 27, 2013 at 8:14 am
He who is without sin…Let them cast the first stone..I pray she comes back stronger than ever.
June 27, 2013 at 8:31 am
It sickens me that people can murder someone yet get off easier than Miss Paula. She has a loving spirit and is one of the rare celebrities that are real and down to earth. People make mistakes, its part of life. We live and continue to learn everyday. I am so disgusted on how people are acting….. they act like they have done no wrong in their life. I will continue to stand for Miss Paula and hope that she holds her head up high. It will pass and she will be on top. Hang in there and remember you have your family, true friends and true supporters. ♥
June 27, 2013 at 8:32 am
I go to Paula for cooking advice, recipes, ideas for meals. That is what she promised when I first discovered her on my television. I do not ask her to provide information on political views, personal advice, how to live, how to vote, how to keep my life under control. Those things I do on my own – at age 66, She has never let me down with what I have asked of her and anything else that happened was her business and hers alone. It was none of mine nor anyone else. I will continue to ask the same thing of her – nothing more. It is what I expect and what I ask. Life throws you some curves and with the Grace of God and the help of her friends, Paula will once again be the woman she has always been. The sun will come up, she will be fine and those who love her will continue to love her and the rest don’t matter. As for me – Cook on Girl.
June 27, 2013 at 8:42 am
Thanks for standing by her, this whole mess is media driven and rediculous. Let those without sin cast the first stone.
June 27, 2013 at 8:45 am
Nicely said Amy and Suzette.
June 27, 2013 at 9:05 am
Amen!
June 27, 2013 at 9:07 am
Beautifully said!!
June 27, 2013 at 9:13 am
Thank you for the beautiful post about Paula, 13 years ago I move to Louisiana from Washington State I had no clue how to cook southern and my soon to be husband kept asking for dishes I cringed and stumbled through, a few years later my mother in law asked me to bring corn bread to our pot luck, everyone thought it was cake.
My mother in-law pulled me aside and told me “Catherine there is a woman you need to watch she can teach you how to cook”.
Today is now 2013 and I fit right in, folks think I was born here, my dishes are a hit and no one knows I am a northern girl, lol
Seriously we really love her, she has become a major part of our lives.
Catherine L.
June 27, 2013 at 9:54 pm
Love it that your mother in law pulled you t the side and told u to watch Paula, cool!
June 27, 2013 at 9:28 am
We as Christians need to practice sympathy, understanding, and compassion. People make mistakes every day. Please learn to forgive, forget, and move on. One mistake should not be allowed to ruin a life. The general over all public should find other topics to pounce upon and PLEASE treat Paula as you would want to be treated yourself.
June 27, 2013 at 9:52 am
This whole situation is outrageous. If you read the disposition you see her brother is more to blame then her. She made a comment YEARS ago that is now being used against her…how sad and petty is this? I would love to meet just one person who has not said something derogatory against anyone whether it be racial or political. Should we all be held responsible for what our family does or says? My grandmother used to call blacks something in Italian that was very derogatory. Thankfully my father taught us better. Is this really newsworthy considering what is going on in our own country now? People need to look at the GOOD 6things she34 has done, not all the bs being said by companies that have a NEED to jump on the bandwagon just to cover their butts. So very sad
June 27, 2013 at 9:59 am
I find it refreshing to hear you back up your friend. It’s sad that so many have turned their back on her. I love Paula Deen and my heart is heavy for the pain she is enduring. I have been watching this all unfold and am shocked that so many chefs haven’t come to her defense in fear of backlash. The ones I am going to keep watching are the ones who know what it is to be a friend and colleague. The two of you plus the chefs on The Chew are the only ones I have heard good things from. Was sad to see that the Neeleys, whom she helped, didn’t.
June 27, 2013 at 9:55 pm
True
June 27, 2013 at 10:00 am
Someone was looking for a good pay day and our society loves to see people fall. Love you Paula and stay strong!!!
June 27, 2013 at 10:12 am
I just don’t get it…Paula uses a simple word and gets crucified by the public and her sponsors keep dropping her, but Martha Stewart goes to jail for insider trading and the public still looks up to her, buys her products and I wonder how many of the sponsors that support Martha have dropped Paula!!! And Martha appears on the Today Show on a regular basis…there is something really messed up about all of this!!
June 27, 2013 at 10:39 am
Well said. She is being crucified for a mistake. For those being so harsh, have you never said something you wish you hadn’t? She has apologized, let it go. I’m sure there are more pressing things our attention should be turned to. Has she not been punished enough? I love her show because she is herself and its like she’s invited me into her kitchen to create something wonderful with her! It is my favorite show on Food Network.
June 27, 2013 at 10:57 am
Thank you for lending her grace….she deserves it….this too shall pass and go away…….
June 27, 2013 at 12:13 pm
Forgive the Sinner
2 Corinthians 5-11 Someone there among you has caused sadness. He caused this not to me, but to all of you– I mean he caused sadness to all in some way. The punishment that most of you gave him, is enough for him. But now you should forgive him and comfort him. This will keep him from having too much sadness and giving up completely. So I beg you to show him that you love him. This is why I wrote to you. I wanted to test you and see if you obey in everything. If you forgive someone, I also forgive him. And what I have forgiven—If I had anything to forgive— I forgave it for you, and Christ was with me. I did this so that Satan would not win anything from us. We know very well what Satan’s plans are. (NCV)
June 27, 2013 at 12:25 pm
Paula Deen is a wonderful LADY! She is a gracious, beautiful southern lady, who values friends and family dearly. I wholeheartedly support Paula Deen. And I look forward to seeing her again on television, should she choose to appear on some network. Ms. Paula, take care of yourself and do n’t let this get you down. Blessings and peace be with you. Kathy Cheyne Clarksville,Texas
June 27, 2013 at 12:33 pm
So glad to see someone who isn’t trying to jump on a bandwagon of popularity by kicking someone else when things aren’t going well. Kudos to you and thank you!
June 27, 2013 at 12:53 pm
I totally agree. Paula is the reason I joined Food Network and now I have left them. I no longer watch their shows. God says “ye who is without sin cast the first stone”. Does this woman who is bring all of this up ever looked at her past. No one on this earth is perfect and never will be. The only perfect person on this world was Jesus, and he died for our sins. Paula has asked for forgiveness and apologized. Why would someone want to ruin her character, is their’s perfect and flawless. Only God can judge not us. I love Paula dearly even though I have never met her. I was a single mother also and I know how hard it was for me raising my children. I love her deeply and will always support her in whatever she strives to do.
June 27, 2013 at 1:21 pm
Thank you for your response to this matter. I’m sure no person regrets the whole incident more than Paula does. I wonder how loud her critics would be if the transcripts of anything THEY ever said were made public! I’ll bet none of them would “cast the first stone.”
June 27, 2013 at 1:52 pm
Paula truly is a graceful lady and does not deserve the treatment that she has been given! We all have said and done things that we are not proud of at times in our lives, but to ruin someone’s life over a word said over 30 years ago is not fair but is just what our media stands for in this society! They should be ashamed and back off and let Paula put her life back together and realize that if we probed into their backgrounds I’m sure we would find all kinds of skeletons! Love you Paula and praying for you!
June 27, 2013 at 2:51 pm
“He who has not sinned throw the first stone”. We all have sinned. She is to be forgiven and shown love. We love you Paula.
June 29, 2013 at 5:48 pm
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