Weather/Fog ~ Picture of the Day ~ Indianapolis Speedway ~ 30-Minute Turkey Stew ~ Cyber Monday

  

Good 47º foggy morning.

 

Yesterday the fog stayed all day. We even had a few sprinkles of rain. We topped at 54º.

 

 

Picture of the Day

 

 

Interesting about the Indianapolis Speedway...

 

 

The Indianapolis 500 is held annually at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway, a 2.5-mile oval circuit in Speedway, Indiana. Drivers race 200 laps, counter-clockwise around the circuit, for a distance of 500 miles. Since its inception, the race has always been scheduled on or around Memorial Day.

Since 1909 there have been 42 drivers killed while racing or in testing/practice runs at this speedway. Besides the drivers, 13 riding mechanics and 17 other individuals such as pit crew members, track personnel, and spectators have died. Total fatalities at this track are 73.

The first driver killed was Wilfred Bourque in 1909,

also known as Billy Bourque and William Bourque, was a Canadian racecar driver, born in W. Farnham, Québec. At the time of his racing career, he lived in West Springfield, Massachusetts. Bourque is known to have started at least 35 automobile races, during the years 1907–1909. He drove primarily for the team operated by Massachusetts-based auto maker, Knox. Most of his known race starts were hill climbs. He did, however, earn 2nd place in each of two road course events, the 1908 Garden City Sweepstakes Race (187.68 miles, held in Long Island, New York), and the 1909 Cobe Trophy Race (395.59 miles, held at the Crown Point Road Race Circuit). On August 19, 1909, Bourque won the third automobile race held at the Indianapolis Motor Speedway (a five-mile race). Later that day, driving car number 3, he was killed in an accident during the feature Prest-O-Lite Trophy Race. Witnesses said Bourque's fatal crash occurred when he looked back after being notified by his riding mechanic, Harry Holcomb, that another car was approaching on lap 58. While glancing back, the car swerved, hit a rut, and flipped over. Bourque suffered a fractured skull and punctured lung, and later died in the hospital, making him the first driver to die at Indy. Holcomb also died in the crash.

The latest driver was Tony Renna in 2003.

Anthony James Renna (November 23, 1976 – October 22, 2003) was an American racing driver who competed in Indy Lights and the Indy Racing League (IRL) from 1998 to 2003. Renna began competitive racing at the age of six, winning 252 races and two national quarter-midget championships before the age of 15. Renna progressed to car racing at 16, competing for three years in the Barber Dodge Pro Series and partnering with stock car driver Jerry Nadeau to finish second for the United States team at the 1996 EFDA Nations Cup. He progressed to Championship Auto Racing Teams' developmental series Indy Lights, winning one race during his three seasons in the championship from 1998 to 2000.

 

He was the first driver to be killed in an accident in the IRL since Scott Brayton died at the 1996 Indianapolis 500. As a consequence of Renna's death, car speeds and horsepower were reduced through a reduction in engine sizes and aerodynamics were altered in a bid to prevent cars becoming airborne. A memorial fund and IRL award were named after him.

Thanks to Indianapolis Motor Speedway’s unforgiving corners and average speeds in excess of 180 miles per hour, the 500-mile race has earned a reputation as one of the deadliest events in motorsports.

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

Got leftover turkey? Our 30-Minute Turkey Stew will breathe new life into your leftovers and no one will ever guess how you did it. This hearty one-pot meal is sure to stick to your ribs and stretch your food budget, making it one of the best leftover turkey recipes out there.

 

• 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
• 3 celery stalks, cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 3 potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
• 2 large carrots, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch slices
• 4 cups chicken or turkey broth
• 1/2 teaspoon dried sage
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 3/4 cup water
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 3 cups leftover cooked turkey, pulled apart into 1-inch pieces

 

 

1. In a soup pot, heat oil over high heat. Add celery and onion, and cook 4 to 5 minutes. Add potatoes, carrots, chicken broth, sage, and pepper. Bring to a boil, reduce heat to medium-low, and cook 15 to 18 minutes, or until potatoes are almost fork-tender, stirring occasionally.
    
2. In a small bowl, combine water and flour; mix well. Pour into soup pot and stir until thickened. Add turkey and cook 6 to 8 minutes, or until turkey is hot, stirring occasionally.

 

 

 

 

Historically this date.....

1877 – Thomas Edison demonstrates his phonograph for the first time.

 

1929 – U.S. Admiral Richard Byrd becomes the first person to fly over the South Pole.

 

1990 – Gulf War: The United Nations Security Council passes two resolutions to restore international peace and security if Iraq did not withdraw its forces from Kuwait and free all foreign hostages by January 15, 1991.

 

And births this date include...

1896 – Yakima Canutt, American actor and stuntman (d. 1986)

Interesting how he got his name, it sounds American Indian, not.

 

 
1927 – Vin Scully, American baseball announcer

 

 
1955 – Howie Mandel, Canadian comedian

 

 

 

 

All I know. Nuff said. Have a good Monday. Ciao.

xo Sue Mom Bobo

Cyber Monday is the Internet’s answer to Black Friday deals. The official observance takes place the Monday after Thanksgiving.

While Internet-based companies traditionally offered their best holiday shopping on Cyber Monday to compete with Black Friday deals in brick and mortar stores, things have been changing. However, in more recent years, Black Friday and Cyber Monday deals tend to run together. Some start as early as the week of Thanksgiving and run right through the holiday season. But don’t neglect online deals. There may still be savings to be had. 

In 2014, Monday after Thanksgiving online sales continued to trend upward with 15.4% increase in revenue from 2013 sales, making it the biggest, online shopping day in history. In 2014 Americans spent an average of $124 per order on Cyber Monday.

Social media also ramps up advertising opportunities, bringing potential shoppers to retailers’ online stores. Cyber shopping is expected to be up again this year with a predicted 3 billion in sales.

Purchases on mobile devices also have increased, adding to the convenience of Cyber shopping for the holidays. No longer do you have to be strapped to your PC or Mac in order to make an online purchase. Purchases can now be made on the train during a morning commute while waiting for a doctor’s appointment or during a lunch break.

Some of the most popular online purchases are likely to be tech items, especially wearable technology as well as traditional small appliances, clothing, gift cards, and digital media.

How to observe

When it comes to holiday shopping, we all want to get the best deals on the best gifts. While we’re on the internet, it’s important to be safe while we’re being savvy shoppers, too.

• Make your list early and stick to it. This will also help you to stay on budget.
• Stick to trusted websites and be wary of spam, scams, and spoofed sites.
• Shop local websites. Many small businesses also participate in Cyber Monday. You may find a deal you didn’t expect.
• Check your favorite retailer’s social media feeds for the best deals.
• Maximize your savings by using the card with the best points.
• When all the shopping is done, be sure to monitor your credit cards and bank accounts for suspicious activity. If you notice anything you don’t recognize, report it immediately.

Get your computer out and enjoy those online deals. 

On November 28 of 2005, Cyber Monday joined the lexicon thanks to a press release in Shop.org. They announced a marketing revolution with the title “Cyber Monday Quickly Becoming One of the Biggest Online Shopping Days of the Year” with astounding online sales increases the Monday following Thanksgiving.