afternoon delight.

My grammy in DeSoto, TX called to inform me of a new Bluebell flavor called Southern Hospitality. Judging by the name alone, I knew it was going to be awesome. And it is. I'm going to quote from Bluebell's website now:

"Southern Hospitality will be produced by Blue Bell exactly as it was proposed by Hegley- a mixture of Homemade Vanilla Ice Cream with crushed pineapples, roasted pecans and a strawberry sauce swirl. It will be manufactured in half gallons by Blue Bell later this year or in early 2008.
Hegley was inspired by South Carolina’s tradition of displaying the pineapple as a symbol of hospitality, welcome, friendliness, conviviality and warmth. She says in her contest entry, “The Pineapple Fountain, a huge, tiered pineapple shaped fountain, is the centerpiece at Waterfront Park in Charleston. It is a welcoming symbol of hospitality to those visiting our charming city.”

No wonder I like it so much. I love the South. I love ice cream. I love not fitting into my pants!