Weather ~ Picture of the Day ~ Wild Turkeys ~ Fettuccine Alfredo ~ Becky Lundell ~ National Golf Lover's Day ~ National Vodka Day ~ National Taco Day

  

Good 48º scattered pink clouds morning........

 

Yesterday we stayed totally clear and topped at 99º.

 

 

Picture of the Day

 

 

Interesting about wild turkeys........

 

The wild turkey is an upland ground bird native to North America, one of two extant species of turkey, and the heaviest member of the order Galliformes. It is the ancestor to the domestic turkey, which was originally derived from a southern Mexican subspecies of wild turkey (not the related ocellated turkey). Although native to North America, the turkey probably got its name from the domesticated variety being imported to Britain in ships coming from the Levant via Spain. The British at the time therefore associated the wild turkey with the country Turkey and the name prevails. An alternative theory posits that another bird, a guinea fowl native to Madagascar introduced to England by Turkish merchants, was the original source, and that the term was then transferred to the New World bird by English colonizers with knowledge of the previous species.

 

 

^{The adult male (or "tom") normally weighs from 11 to 24 lbs. and measures 39–49 inches in length. The adult female (or "hen") is typically much smaller at 5.5–11.9 lbs and is 30 to 37 inches long. Per two large studies, the average weight of adult males is 17 lbs and the average weight of adult females is 9.4 lbs. The wings are relatively small, as is typical of the galliform order, and the wingspan ranges from 4 ft 1 in to 4 ft 9 in. The wing chord is only 7.9 to 8.4 in. The bill is also relatively small, as adults measure 0.79 to 1.26 inches in culmen length. The tarsus of the wild turkey is quite long and sturdy, measuring from 3.8 to 7.5 inches. The tail is also relatively long, ranging from 9.6 to 19.9 inches.}

 

Wild turkeys are omnivorous, foraging on the ground or climbing shrubs and small trees to feed. They prefer eating acorns, nuts and other hard mast of various trees, including hazel, chestnut, hickory, and pinyon pine as well as various seeds, berries such as juniper and bear berry, buds, leaves, fern fronds, roots and insects. Turkeys also occasionally consume amphibians and small reptiles such as salamanders, lizards and small snakes. Poults have been observed eating insects, berries, and seeds. Wild turkeys often feed in cow pastures, sometimes visit backyard bird feeders, and favor croplands after harvest to scavenge seeds on the ground. Turkeys are also known to eat a wide variety of grasses.

 

Turkey populations can reach large numbers in small areas because of their ability to forage for different types of food. Early morning and late afternoon are the desired times for eating.

 

To read a whole lot more about this turkey, go here:

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Wild_turkey

 

 

 

From Mr. Food

 

Do you think Fettuccine Alfredo is too fancy and difficult to make yourself? Well, our recipe for Secret Fettuccine Alfredo is really easy and fast. Now you can enjoy this restaurant favorite at home in no time.

 

• 8 ounces fettuccine, linguine, or medium egg noodles
• 4 tablespoons (1/4 cup) butter, melted
• 1/4 cup grated Parmesan cheese
• 2 tablespoons half-and-half
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

 

1. In a large pot of boiling water, cook pasta just until tender; drain.
    
2. In a heated serving dish, combine all remaining ingredients. Add hot drained pasta and carefully toss to coat well.

 

***If desired, sprinkle pasta with freshly ground pepper and additional Parmesan cheese just before serving.

 

 

Special birthday today, Becky Lundell, wife of the infamous Wilsonite Greg Lundell (my high school pal), is celebrating today. HAPPY BIRTHDAY BECKY!! xo

 

 

Historically this date.........

1963 – Hurricane Flora, kills 6,000 in Cuba and Haiti.

 

 

1965 – Becoming the first Pope to ever visit the United States of America and the Western hemisphere, Pope Paul VI arrives in New York.

 

 

1988 – U.S. televangelist Jim Bakker is indicted for fraud.

 

And births this date include...

1822 – Rutherford B. Hayes, 19th President of the United States (d. 1893)

 

1895 – Buster Keaton, American comedian (d. 1966)

1923 – Charlton Heston, American actor (d. 2008)

 

 

 

Since today is 10-4, 10-4 is a radio code for "acknowledged".... or 'gotcha, good buddy' !

 

 

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

xo Sue Mom Bobo

National Golf Lover’s Day on October 4th provides an opportunity for golf enthusiasts to swing down the fairway at least one more time during the season.   

While celebrating the day, you might notice it is sometimes also referred to as National Golf Day. Since 1952, the PGA has held a charity event each year for National Golf Day, which is held on different days each year.

The modern game of golf may have originated in 15th century Scotland. However, it is unclear and very much debated as to its ancient origins. 

The world’s oldest golf tournament is The Open Championship. Its first tournament played on October 17, 1860, at Prestwick Golf Club in Ayrshire, Scotland.Golf in the United States:

• 1779 – The Royal Gazette of New York City posted an advertisement for golf clubs and golf balls.
• 1796 – The Georgia Gazette publishes notice of an annual general meeting for a golf club in Savannah. 
• Golf became firmly established in the late 19th century.
• 1894 – Delegates from the Newport Country Club, Saint Andrew’s Golf Club, Yonkers, New York, The Country Club, Chicago Golf Club, and Shinnecock Hills Golf Club met in New York City to form what became the United States Golf Association (USGA)
• 1910 – There were 267 Clubs affiliated to the USGA.
• 1922 – Walter Hagen became the first native-born American to win the British Open Championship,
• 1932 – There were more than 1,100 Clubs affiliated to the USGA.
• 1980 – Over 5,908 Clubs affiliated to the USGA.
• 2013 – Over 10,600 Clubs affiliated to the USGA.

HOW TO OBSERVE 

In many parts of the country, golfers hit the links all year long. However, in the more northern regions, courses will close due to cooler temperatures preventing golfers from chasing the elusive hole-in-one. While you can, get out and golf a round or two. Invite friends to join you. Visit a course you’ve never been to before. Challenge yourself to a more difficult course. Improve your handicap or offer to teach someone the game. 

 

You can explore Golf History. 

 

NATIONAL GOLF LOVER’S DAY HISTORY

National Day Calendar® continues researching the origins of this sports holiday. However, it’s interesting to note that the first U.S. Men’s Open Golf Championship was held on this day in 1895. 

 

It's also.....

National Vodka Day recognizes a popular beverage used in a variety of cocktails and mixed drinks. Explore your options on October 4th and raise a toast to the celebration. 

Makers distill a variety of substances to make vodka. As a result, diverse types of vodka fill the shelves at the liquor store. Grain, potatoes, fruits and sugar vodkas fit a variety of mixing needs behind the bar or in the kitchen, too.  

Traditionally, prepared vodkas had an alcoholic content of percent by volume.  In the United States, products sold as vodka must have an alcoholic content of 30 percent or more.

Enjoy vodka on the rocks or in cocktails and mixed drinks. There are so many to choose from as the list below suggests: 

• Caesar
• Bloody Mary
• Screwdriver
• Moscow Mule
• White Russian
• Black Russian
• Tonic
• Vodka Martini

Makers have expanded the variety of flavors making endless possibilities when it comes to cocktails, mixed drinks, and other beverages the whole year-round.

HOW TO OBSERVE

Mix up your favorite vodka cocktail and share while you savor an autumn afternoon. Remember always to drink responsibly and never drink and drive. 

NATIONAL VODKA DAY HISTORY

Celebrated since at least 2009, National Vodka Day has been mentioned by Wine Enthusiast Magazine and has also been noted on news websites such as CBS.  

 

And lastly it's also...

Get one, two, or three on National Taco Day. On October 4th, the day recognizes the savory tortilla stuffed with fillings. It doesn’t have to be Tuesday, so get out an enjoy your favorite.

The history of tacos predates the arrival of Europeans in Mexico. Anthropological evidence shows the native people living in the lake region of the Valley of Mexico traditionally ate tacos filled with small fish.  At the time of the Spanish conquistadors, Bernal Diaz del Castillo documented the first taco feast enjoyed by Europeans. Hernan Cortes arranged this meal for his captains in Coyoacan. It is unclear why the Spanish used the word taco to describe this native food. One suggested origin is the word ataco, meaning stuff or to stuff.

In 1964, Roberto L. Gomez established The National Taco Council. The council sent a 55-pound taco to President Johnson in 1967.

Whether you prefer soft or hard-shelled tortillas, most agree tacos satisfy a snack craving. However, they also make delicious meals. Consider that many are filled with seasoned, lean meats and vegetables, tacos go beyond delicious. Fish tacos and shrimp tacos with grilled seafood add a whole other flavor profile. Ask for grilled chicken and hold the cheese.

Many restaurants offer specials on this food holiday, too.

 

HOW TO OBSERVE

Go out for tacos or make them at home. There are many traditional varieties of tacos.