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We love our Razorbacks in Arkansas!
Arkansas is home to several fine universities. However, there is probably only one that receives the support as universally as does the University of Arkansas at Fayetteville. It is our flagship school. (I just know I am going to hear about this….) We are absolutely crazy about our Hogs. We bleed Red, especially in the fall when football season rolls around. And….it’s that time of year up in the Ozarks! Can you hear us calling our Hogs? We’ll do our best to keep you entertained.
I was a student at the UA in 1969 when Texas (boo!) and Arkansas were in contention UA for the national championship. As a member of the spirit support group for the Hogs (Razorbacks and Hogs are interchangeable names in Arkansas), we maintained a booth on campus to raise funds during this electric time. We started out selling T-shirts, megaphones, and Hog hats. All of that and more sold out practically in day one.We were desperate for anything Razorback-related. If you can just imagine that we were able to sell those white paper name badges imprinted with “BEAT TEXAS” for $1.00 apiece, you will have some idea of just how spirit mad we were that year.President Nixon attended. I’m not sure who invited him, but he came.Anyway, we got robbed (cheated, I’m sure) at the last minute. The entire state went into mourning. But…..we were avenged! The very last time that Arkansas and Texas played in a conference game (War Memorial Stadium), we WON! We haven’t stopped talking about it since. Hubby and I were there for that one as well. It was AWESOME.
I have my IPHONE loaded with the new IHOG app, complete with all the latest news, stats, media clips, and fight songs. I’m pumped!
There’s just nothing like a football weekend during Fall in the Ozarks. It’s just plain, downright Heavenly! That’s why God designated Donald Reynolds Razorback Stadium as HOG HEAVEN!
We’ll be there this weekend with Perfect Boy and Perfect Girl in tow. Can’t get ‘em started to early ya’ know!
Just in case anyone might be a tad bit hungry, we’ll be looking out for some great tailgate parties and serving up some of these great munchies. Ya’ll come join us, ya’ hear. We’ll even give you a few pointers on the proper way to call our beloved Hogs. It’s an art.
Hubby and I will be traveling to the game in our new luxury model car.
Want a ride?
You think I’m kidding. This is someone’s actual vehicle. I warned you!
We take our pregame activities pretty seriously as well. Here are a few of our favorite tailgating treats for you to enjoy.
Recipe Card
Tomato Salsa
2013-11-01 06:59:24
Serves 8
Ingredients
- TOMATO SALSA
- 8 servings
- 4 Roma (plum) tomatoes, chopped
- 4 scallions, sliced thin
- 1/2 medium onion, minced
- 1 garlic clove, minced
- 2 tablespoons cilantro, chopped
- 1 jalapeno, seeded, chopped fine
- 1 1/2 tablespoon lemon juice
- salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients. Let the salsa rest for 15 minutes before serving in order to develop the flavor. Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper. Serve with your favorite corn chip.
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Lisa's Salsa
2013-11-01 07:02:00
Another tomato salsa variation that is so good and so easy.
Ingredients
- l large can whole, peeled tomatoes
- 1 can Rotel (I use Hot, but it is up to you.)
- 1 tablespoon garlic salt
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon cilantro, chopped
Instructions
- Put all of the ingredients in the blender and pulse together for just a few seconds. DO NOT over blend or it will become watery. This keeps very well in the refrigerator for at least a week. Serve with corn chips of your favorite variety.
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Jane's Corn Dip
2013-11-01 07:03:27
Serves 8
Ingredients
- 2 cans Mexicorn
- 3 green onions, chopped (white and green parts)
- 2 seeded jalapeno peppers, chopped fine
- 2 cups finely shredded cheese of your choice (I use the Mexi-blend usually.)
- 8 ounces sour cream
- 1 cup mayonnaise (not salad dressing)
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro leaves
- salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Drain corn well. Add chopped green onions, peppers , sour cream, mayonnaise, sugar, salt and pepper. Stir in cheese and cilantro. Blend carefully and refrigerate overnight. Serve with Frito dippers.
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If you think that I am a rabid Razorback fan, you should check out my friend and Kappa sister, Kathy, over at Life in the Slow Lane. She’s so Hog Wild that she even throws wedding showers with a Razorback theme! (Actually, she PRETENDED that it was a tailgating theme, but since she’s a former Alumni Board member, we all know the REAL truth:)
BEAT GEORGIA!!!
