Support for Paula
It has been refreshing to see how many people believe in forgiveness and second chances. To all of you forgivers and supporters out there, I know that you believe in Mrs. Paula and will continue to lift her up instead of pulling her down. She stated on the Today Show, ” If God got us to it, then God will get us through it”. That gives me chills because I have made many mistakes in my life and God has always gotten me through it. I know most of you can relate and know exactly what she means. We are all human and have made mistakes and we make our way through it and come out stronger than before. I know Paula and she will get through this. This woman is a survivor.
I did want to share this with the supporters of Paula. Paula has been a part of our lives for 46 years. Our mother met her when she was pregnant with Suzette and Paula was pregnant with Jamie. Paula has graciously done so much for us and others and we are so very thankful to her. My Sister and I have been able to cook with Paula on her show on several different occasions, have a story and our recipes in her magazine, do a cooking demo on the Paula Deen Cruise and be guest bloggers on her website. Each and every time that we have done these things our stats on our blog and Facebook page go nuts. I tell you all of this to tell you that yesterday my sister Suzette wrote, “The Lady Deserves Grace” and the FB page “Support Paula Deen” posted it on their site. We had more traffic to our blog and FB page than we have ever had before. It was on FIRE! My phone was smoking from all of the notifications and alerts. I think that this is so cool! That let’s me know that Paula has so many people out there that love her and support her. We received 170 comments and close to 1500 likes over that one story. Out of those comments 3-5 were negative. The rest were filled with positive thoughts, love and support. That tells me another thing. There are more people out there supporting her than not and that is just fabulous.
I wanted to share one more thing. Yesterday at 3:30 I rode by Uncle Bubba’s on my way to Tybee and the place was packed. Last night, I went to The Lady and Son’s at 6:00 to eat and they were booked for the night and for the next several days. The retail store was packed full of people that were there to show their support. That is way cool! So to all you forgivers and supporters out there, keep doing what you do!
Sass! 
June 28, 2013 at 8:14 am
Wow! That makes me happy. I’m no longer on FB but I’m so glad to hear about all the positive activity. Keep on doing what you’re doing! I’m so happy to say I know those Sweet & Savory Sisters that know Paula Deen =)
June 28, 2013 at 8:31 am
Greetings from the ridge. My feelings are she is gonna be OK. Paula is a strong Woman and can survive. Yes, it’s sad there are so many out there to judge others before see self.(the cool part on judging, it’s about the person judging NOT the one being judged.) Peace, Love & Happiness Michael
June 29, 2013 at 5:46 pm
Reblogged this on blondiesBEARista and commented:
I love all three of you Ladies and I wish Mrs. Paula continued success and much support! Love you guys! Lisa
July 1, 2013 at 1:16 pm
I once met a very sweet lady who had kind, deep blue eyes. At second glance, I
noticed she possessed the type of eyes that reveal a great deal about the person
behind them, and what they have been through. In them, I saw a woman who was
happy, joyful and grateful, yet one who had also experienced a lot of pain.
I can’t say that a chance meeting makes me an expert on her character, but over
the years, I feel I have learned a great deal about it. I’ve met many members of
her fantastic staff, her wonderful sons, her brother, and others who call her
“friend”, and “colleague”.
I admired this person from afar for quite some time before I met her in person.
I’ve enjoyed her books and shows, and products. But what I have looked up to the
most was her ability to survive, her drive to succeed…..and her generosity and
love towards others. Her giving heart has lead her to be philanthropic towards a
diverse group of folks in a variety of ways.
I know she feels pain from enduring the loss of her parents at a tender age, as
well as the years she lost when she suffered agoraphobia. And I believe she also
hurts to know that any of her words or actions have ever hurt or brought sadness
to anyone.
Has she done something that is unforgivable? Has she done something that most
anyone has never done in some similar way or another?
Many have dropped her, but many support her. A major cruise line has increased
the number of dedicated cruises representing this famous cook. Her restaurants
remain packed. And her fan base appears unmatched in her industry.
Why are we so quick to judge? We need to look deep into her eyes and deep into
our hearts.
Paula, there is nowhere else but up from here, sweet lady. Best wishes!
Angela Lopez
Food Writer from Texas
July 1, 2013 at 10:24 pm
Love Paula Deen and her family. Too bad that businesses have chosen to be politically correct instead of friend loyal. However, this too, shall pass. Meanwhile, like a kidney stone, it hurts like h…… I read the end of the Book, Paula. You win. Congratulations!
July 5, 2013 at 7:53 pm
I support Paula 100 %. we have all said something we regret, so you let it go and move on. Love you Paula
July 13, 2013 at 12:35 pm
I know I am just one little light in support of Paula Deen, however, I do believe that because I am a Christian light my light is big and bright. I am so all about forgiveness and second chances. I have been through several similar issues in my career and didn’t get second chances. I sucked it up and moved on with the support of a very forgiving and loving God. I retired early in February to get out of this environment and am so much happier for it.
Every where I go, I support Paula in my conversations. My heart goes out to her and her family. I truly know that God has bigger and better plans for her and her future. Please pass my compassion and support on to Paula and her family. They are all in my continuous prayers, and I look forward to seeing Paula’s positive progression through all of this.
May God’s warm, loving arms surround them all. Please keep providing up updates. I know we will get the straight truth from you two. Thanks so much!
August 4, 2013 at 5:52 am
Thank You for your kind words!