Common phrases used by my grandparents and their meanings:
Chicken got lips? Grandpa
1. Response to a question in which the answer is obviously no.
2. Response to a question is which the answer is yes, sarcastic.
How are things down on the Mungahila? Grandpa
1. How are things where you are?
Shivagit Grandma
1. Give a shit, but nicer. Ex: I don't Shivagit what your Grandfather says!
Jesus Christ [Hay-zoo Kree-stay] Grandma
1. An expression of frustration. It is important to note that when spoken with an accent, the Lord's name is never placed in perilous vain.
Burns my grommit Grandma
1. Makes me angry, gets my goat. Ex: It really burns my grommet that Bush thinks he can interrupt my soaps!


