A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day....05-23-03....Sweet Home Alabama

Billie and Mama_Bear

[Mama_Bear]

A Few of FR's Finest....Every Day

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~ Billie, daisyscarlett, dansangel, dutchess, Mama_Bear

After discussing with Billie what I could post as a semi-monthly feature, we came up with the idea of doing a short 'vignette' piece on each state, starting with Alabama and working our way through Wyoming.

I am hoping to capture each state's unique atmosphere and flavor, without boring everyone with too many facts. This may (or may not) be a twice monthly feature - you never know what Da'Bear will post next ;-), but every so often I will be taking a lighthearted look at a new state and, together with you, we'll salute the Fine Americans who live there and proudly call themselves 'FReepers'.

In the spotlight today.....

According to the
Alabama State Page

160 Fine Alabamians
(blam, Alas Babylon!, FreepLady, Bizzy Bugz,
Paul Atreides, ToKillaMockingbird, and many more)

hail from the

(Crank up the volume!)

Alabama - Tidbits and Trivia

Alabama was admitted into the union on December 14, 1819.

The name "Alabama" means "tribal town" in the language of the local Creek Indians.

The State Nickname - Heart of Dixie, "Yellowhammer State"

Alabama State Motto - "Audemus jura nostra defendere" - We Dare Defend Our Rights

The Alabama State Song - "Alabama" (well, who would have guessed? LOL!)

The state nut of Alabama is the Pecan. (Pecan recipes, anyone?)

The star blue quartz is the state's official gemstone.

The state game bird of Alabama is the wild turkey. (Wild Turkey recipes?) ;-)

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Of course, no post about Alabama would be complete without a mention of the University of Alabama's......

and
Coach Paul "Bear" Bryant

***A bit of football trivia***

Does anyone know who caught Joe Namath's first touchdown pass at Alabama?

How about this one? Who scored the only touchdown in Alabama's 7-3 victory over Auburn in 1967?

If you think you can't live another moment without the answers, click on the graphic below where you will find even more UA Football trivia.

"YEA ALABAMA" FIGHT SONG

Let the Swanee Tiger scratch,
Let the Yellow Jacket sting,
Let the Georgia Bulldog bite,
Alabama still is right!
And whether win or lose we smile,
For that's Bama's fighting style:
You're Dixie's football pride,
Crimson Tide!
A-L-A-B-A-M-A

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Last but not least,
some famous Alabamians...

Boxer Joe Louis was born in Lexington in 1914. He died in 1981.

Baseball player Henry Louis (Hank) Aaron was born in Mobile 1934.

Helen Adams Keller was born on 27 June 1880 in Tuscumbia, in Northwest Alabama.

Lookout Mountain, Alabama produced the most popular band in country music history.....

...and, from Birmingham, Alabama's newest celebrity,
***The Velvet Teddy Bear***
American Idol winner, Ruben Studdard!

It's Friday so let's have some fun with this. Please join in with your favorite regional recipes, Alabama travel memories, state facts or trivia, or your favorite Alabama song.

I'll start....

A Finest Salute to our
FRiends from the
great state of Alabama!

THIS WEEK'S THREADS 05-19-03 Military Monday 05-20-03 RabidRalph 05-21-03 Freeper Pets 05-22-03 This Space for Rent

Opinions by our own 'King of Ping' The guy's good, folks!

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[The Thin Man]

Mornin', Mama_Bear! This is an historic day. The 'perfect' hostess has finally slipped. LOL!

"Leonard Skynard?" Don't you mean "Lynyrd Skynyrd" or is Leonard a distant relative?

I'm sure Billie will be very happy. Her envy at your perfection was growing worse and worse. :-)

[Aquamarine]

Good morning all!
I couldn't find those two Mama Bear but did find this song by Alabama...'God Must Have Spent A Little More Time On You'...

Click on the jukebox

[Mama_Bear]

One word....Xanax

LOL. Yes, my doctor said to call down to his office and he would call a perscription in for 'something' to help the trip go faster - ie, something to knock me out for the duration. Normally, he is NOT a pill-pusher, but after recently returning from a trip to South Africa, he knows how unbearable those longflights can be.

[MeekOneGOP]

Are we gonna behave ourselves today? :O)

You two, behave yourselves???

ROLF !!

[martin_fierro]

Alabama Slamma recipe

GOOD MORNING ALL!

[LadyX]

"I'm sure Billie will be very happy. Her envy at your perfection was growing worse and worse. :-)"

Getting positively weepy over how solicitous you have become of our dear Billie's feelings, Thin Man...

Phorgiveness is such a beautiful thing!!
Sigh.....

[LadyShallott]

Good Morning! What a great idea for new threads! You always learn something new here at FR's Finest. Thanks for putting this together, I am impressed (as always). Thought I would share a recipe. :) Have a good one. Happy Friday!

Alabama Breakfast Pie

3 cups frozen shredded potatoes
5 Tbs melted butter
1 cup finely chopped cooked ham
1 packed cup shredded sharp cheese
1/2 cup finely chopped onions
1/2 cup chopped green peppers

* I also like to add a few Jalapenos for some heat

Mix together:
3 eggs
1/2 cup milk
1/2 teaspoon salt
pepper to taste

Thaw potatoes between layers of paper towels to remove excess moisture. Press potatoes into bottom and up the sides on an ungreased 9 inch pie plate drizzled with butter. Bake at 425 ° for 25 mins or until lightly browned - cool on wire rack. This crust can be frozen after baking. Layer from bottom up on crust (if frozen - has been thawed). Ham · Onion · Peppers · Pimento · Cheese. Cover with egg/milk mixture. Bake at 375 ° for 35-40 mins or until set. Let stand for 10 minutes before serving.

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, fuzzy!

Excellent thread, beautifully done, and VERY interesting! And 'humorous' too.

Now, pardon me while I go and try to get this egg off my face. : )

I hate being wrong. : ( LOL

[bourbon]

The state game bird of Alabama is the wild turkey. (Wild Turkey recipes?) ;-)

Just leave to a guy named "bourbon" to post this recipe. It's real simple, and I think you'll enjoy it. Just don't drink too much. All you need is a good glass and maybe some ice (if that's your thing).



BTW, I loved your tribute to the state of AL, but then again I'm a UofA graduate. I suspect that the Auburn folks will feel a bit shorted by it. Don't say I didn't warn you! :-)

anyway thanks for paying tribute to a state I love! (Roll Tide!)

[Mama_Bear]

Darn! Darn! Darn! You are SOOOOOOOO picky! Hey, I did a Google search on LEONARD, and apparently a zillion other people also think that's how his name is spelled, cuz it didn't tell me his name was spelled wrong. LOL.

Excuse me while I go change that graphic. Geez! :-(

[nicmarlo]

I hear there was lots of fun and games. Isn't that always the way? Seems I am never around for the fun stuff.......could it be that everyone waits 'til I leave to break out the party hats?

No, what would make you say THAT, Mama_bear? : )

[nicmarlo]

Whyever would we do that, huh ???

LOL! I don't know, why would we? : )

[LadyX]

Chris, this sounds like somethng I would love!
Noticed in the directions pimento is mentioned, but it and the amount is missing in the list of ingredients...do tell me how much, so I can try it?!
(Minus the heat!)

Kiss the little one for us..:))

[The Thin Man]

Getting positively weepy over how solicitous you have become of our dear Billie's feelings, Thin Man...

I'm sure Billie must feel pretty low after having to suffer the utter humiliation of posting yesterday's "nuthin" thread. Just trying to cheer her up. :-)

[nicmarlo]

Why are you laughing?

The thought of you behaving, naturally made me laugh, pipsqueak! : )

[ST.LOUIE1]

Morning, nic!

I see you've already been ratting everybody out on the 'This Space for Rent' thread, as if you were an innocent angel yesterday.

From now on I shall call you....'snitch-nic'.

Droppin' a dime on your pals is not a nice thing to do.

You're a big....

[MeekOneGOP]

Today's forecast is for 100.

Whoa !!!!

[Mama_Bear]

Now, pardon me while I go and try to get this egg off my face. : )

LOL! Thank you for the compliments. :-)

Ummmmmmm.....did you by any chance have some tasty crow with your eggs? ;-)

((((((((Louiewolf))))))))))

[The Thin Man]

Darn! Darn! Darn! You are SOOOOOOOO picky! Hey, I did a Google search on LEONARD, and apparently a zillion other people also think that's how his name is spelled, cuz it didn't tell me his name was spelled wrong. LOL.

LOL! Now THAT'S the kind of reaction I like to see. It makes it all worthwhile. :)

[nicmarlo]

ROLF !!

Meek, did you mean ROFL? was this a TYPO?