June 12, 2005

The Meaning of “Eight Ways to Sunday”

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by Adam at 7:41 PM

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I recently received a reader question via my contact form about this blog’s title and what it means:

What is the origin and/or meaning of the phrase “Eight Ways to Sunday”? It seems to be used frequently by people who live in the South.

Thanks,
Mary

For anyone else who has wondered the same thing, here’s what I wrote back:

Mary,

Thanks for writing. I’m not sure of the origin, but you can find some discussion of the meaning here.

Basically, it means “scattered or disorganized.” I chose that name for my blog because I knew I wouldn’t be writing on any single theme (like politics or technology), and because I couldn’t find any other blog using the name.

Anyway, my blog covers topics as different as spirituality and computer software, politics and art. It seemed appropriate, in a way.

Hope that answers your question,
Adam