Super Bowl Sunday Is The Biggest Unofficial Holiday
In the 40 years since the first Super Bowl was played between Green Bay and Kansas City, Super Bowl Sunday has grown into an unofficial national holiday that has shopping and economic effects rivaling Christmas, Thanksgiving and other major official holidays. Whether it’s a casual get together with a few friends or a lavish, catered party, 125 million Americans celebrated the Super Bowl in some fashion in 2006. Even those with little interest in football get in on the craze, if only to watch the commercials.
Understanding this unique opportunity, advertisers spare no expense to showcase their products and services during the Super Bowl. Advertisers paid up to $2.5 million dollars for each 30 seconds of advertising during Super Bowl XL in 2006. Agencies work on their advertisements all year, and the Super Bowl has become the unofficial Academy Awards of advertising. There are almost as many websites and television programs analyzing the advertisements as there are analyzing the game.
The food and beverage industry also profits from Super Bowl Sunday. Super Bowl Sunday is second only to Thanksgiving in the amount of food that Americans prepare and consume. In the weeks leading up to Super Bowl XL, Americans spent $55 million dollars on food for their Super Bowl parties and spent ten million hours preparing it. Since it is estimated that an average of 17 people attend each Super Bowl Party, these figures are not surprising.
The king of Super Bowl food is the avocado. More avocados are sold in the weeks leading up to the Super Bowl that at any other time of the year. It is estimated that 12 million pounds of avocados are purchased and turned into guacamole for Super Bowl parties. Since guacamole requires chips, 15,000 tons of chips are consumed as well. All that food needs washing down and soda and beer sales also top out during the weeks preceding the big game.
It’s not just food and beverage manufacturers who profit. Millions of dollars are spent on party supplies like paper plates, cups and plastic cutlery. Electronics stores also benefit. After all, you need that big-screen TV in order to properly appreciate the game. Even sales of antacids spike on the Monday following Super Bowl Sunday. There’s a good reason for that. The estimated total time that party-goers take to consume all that carefully prepared food: 15 minutes.
Kadence Buchanan writes articles on many topics including Football, Games, and Recreation
Wisconsin gun deer hunt called one of the worst years ever
A hunter all his life, Brian Cupp of Neenah could have been out in the woods on Saturday for the second-to-last day of deer hunting season .
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Schwartz doesn’t regret starting Stafford
ALLEN PARK, Mich. Detroit Lions coach Jim Schwartz isnât second-guessing his decision to start Matthew Stafford.
âNo second thoughts at all,â Schwartz said Friday, a day after his rookie quarterback threw four interceptions in a 34-12 loss to Green Bay. âHim throwing the interceptions had nothing to do with his shoulder.â
Stafford separated his left, non-throwing shoulder at the end of a Nov. 22 game against Cleveland, but after a penalty returned to throw a touchdown pass with no time on the clock to secure a 38-37 win over the Browns. It was one of five touchdowns for the first pick in the 2009 NFL draft, who became the second rookie quarterback to do so.
âHe started feeling better the day before,â said Schwartz, who added that Stafford missed less than a dayâs worth of practice time in the short week leading up to the teamâs annual Thanksgiving Day game.
TV cameras captured a heated progame exchange between backup quarterback Daunte Culpepper and general manager Martin Mayhew before the Green Bay game. Neither commented after the game and Schwartz, who said Thursday he understood why the veteran signal-caller would be upset about not starting, only added Friday that any ill feelings have to blow over as the Lions (2-9) prepare for their next game, a Dec. 6 trip to Cincinnati.
Culpepper, who filled in for Stafford in early October while the rookie recovered from a knee injury, has thrown three interceptions and only one touchdown in two starts and one game as backup this season.
Tight end Brandon Pettigrew, whose left knee was injured early in Thursdayâs game, will need season-ending surgery, the Lions said later Friday. Pettigrew caught the winning touchdown pass against Cleveland.
The 20th overall pick in the April draft is sixth among NFL rookie receivers with 30 catches for 346 yards and two touchdowns.
The coach said the Lions expect to have defensive end Dewayne White, who has missed the last two games with a sore toe, back when they travel to Cincinnati.
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Delicious Smoked Thanksgiving Turkey!
My wife won’t allow me in the kitchen on Thanksgiving Day! Even though the thought of the aroma emanating from the oven makes me giddy, I was banned long ago from preparing food for that day except what I could cook over the grill. The kitchen is her domain on that special day and she rules it with an iron spatula.
The barbeque smoker is my domain and this year, as always, I’ll smoke a turkey the evening before the big day. I’ve done this enough years to know that if I put it on at midnight, it’ll be ready the morning of Thanksgiving.
The first thing I’ll do with the bird after I take it out of its plastic wrapping is to put it in a brine solution. Brining the bird flavors and seals in the juices, making extra seasoning unnecessary. Smaller turkeys are easier to smoke than large ones and they’re more likely to fit in the brine bucket.
First I pour 2 ½ gallons of water into a clean plastic bucket. Then I add 1 ½ cups of kosher salt, 1 cup of brown sugar, 2 shredded bay leaves, 3 tablespoons of fresh thyme, one tablespoon of minced garlic, and two tablespoons of restaurant grade black pepper. I’ll mix all this up and then stuff the turkey into the bucket, completely submerged in the brine. The bucket will rest in the refrigerator for 12 to 24 hours.
For smoking turkeys in the fall or winter, I prefer an electric smoker because it holds a constant temperature. After I rinse all the salt off the bird, I simply place it on the grill and close the lid. I usually place a can filled with hickory chips on the floor of the smoker and as they heat up, smoke fills the grill.
Depending on the size of the turkey and the heat of the burner in the grill, it will take from 3 to 5 hours to cook. To be sure it’s done, check the internal temperature with a meat thermometer. It should read 165 to 170 degrees inside the thickest part of the turkey.
While I’m admiring the smoke that’s casually drifting from the top of the smoker, I’ll reflect that life is good and that this year I have a few more things for which to thank the good Lord for than I usually do.
I definitely want to give thanks for a successful major surgery of my daughter’s cancer. Even though the chemotherapy and radiation is taking a terrible toll on her physically, the doctor’s assure us that when it’s all finished, she’ll be cancer free.
I’m also grateful that God has given her a terrific sense of humor and a positive attitude about the whole thing. Even though she no doubt gets that trait from her old man, I’m not sure I could handle a similar situation with the faith and class that she’s exhibited.
I’m especially thankful that in spite of my doctor’s best efforts to kill me with various assortments of blood pressure pills; he has finally concocted a potion that’s keeping my blood pressure at a constant level for the first time in years. For the last couple of months the pressure has gone from 200/100 down to 80/40 at midday, then back up to 180/100 at bed time. I don’t need roller coaster rides like that!
I thank Him each night for our service men and women who put their lives on the line each day in different parts of the world, so that I have the freedom to roast a turkey on the grill any time I like, without having to worry about someone firing rockets at my smoker, mistakenly thinking it’s a threat to someone.
I thank God for my family, kids and grandkids all; each one with their own individual hopes and dreams, successes and failures.
There are more blessings than any of us have time to recall or even appreciate. We’ll have our annual Thanksgiving feast, with the table sagging with turkey, ham, sweet potatoes, cranberry sauce, green peas and other delicious foods, leaving enough scraps that would feed many families for a week. We indeed have a lot to be thankful for. Have a blessed Thanksgiving!
Bob Alexander is well experienced in outdoor cooking, fishing and leisure living. Bob is also the author and owner of this article. Visit his sites at:
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De Pere police seek suspect in armed robbery at Advance American Cash Advance
De Pere police are looking for a man they suspect was involved in an armed robbery at Advance American Cash Advance on Saturday.
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For the Record (Honolulu Advertiser)
On Jan. 1, 1942, Oregon State played Duke in the 28th Rose Bowl at Duke’s Wallace Wade Stadium in Durham, N.C. After the attack on Pearl Harbor, there were concerns an attack on the West Coast could be imminent.
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Keep Your Dog Safe this Thanksgiving Day
Ah, the leaves are changing from shades of green and melting into amber hues yellows and bright, bold reds. Add that to the backdrop of a crisp, blue sky and it’s as if heaven’s paint box has spilled over! From pumpkins and spice to pies and turkey filled tummies, the arrival of the holidays bring a sense of excitement into the air . . . but what about our furry friends? How can we make this special time of year sweet, safe and salvia provoking yummy for them too? Read on to find out . . .
Turkey Table – Dogs Welcome
Admit it. When we banish Fido to the basement for holiday gatherings we feel pretty crumby. Sometimes, we can’t even have fun thinking that they are down there moping around while we are upstairs living it up.
When it comes to doggies and the dinner table . . . we all know that it can be a little strange to guests when our dog is given a seat at the head of the table. But, just because we shouldn’t sit him next to Uncle Tim doesn’t mean that we have to banish him from the gatherings all together.
Create a special little place for your pet at the end of the dining room or in his favorite spot. Make it festive and bright. A good way to do this all while keeping all those wayward kids at bay while you cook? Cut out a big piece of cardboard and let the kids draw on a cute autumn scene from the dining table. Place crayons into sandwich bags for each child to avoid the age old fight over the red crayon.
Dining Safety
Bones and birds and gravy . . . oh my! Thanksgiving is a dog’s dining dream and those “begging” eyes make it no secret. But what thanksgiving treats are safe for dogs and which ones should be avoided?
Foods to Avoid:
- Spicy, oniony and greasy food – these items can cause pancreatitis in pets, a painful and sometimes dangerous inflammation of the pancreas
- Bones – they break or splinter and become lodged in the digestive track, in some cases they can even puncture areas of puppy’s delicate tummy
- Nuts – these can cause swelling in legs, tremors and other numerous pup illnesses
- Chocolate and Sweets – chocolate can be especially toxic and sweets that have been sweetened with xylitol can be just as deadly
- Grapes or Raisins – these unsafe treats can cause kidney failure in pets
- Mushrooms – some types may prove toxic to animals
Foods Perfect for Pets
- Green Beans – a perfect treat both healthy and safe for doggie snacking
- Cottage Cheese and Plain Yogurt – the pro-biotics are great for doggie digestion
- Apples – it’s true even for dogs, an apple a day keeps the vet away
- Low Fat Peanut Butter – (healthy even though it sticks to the roof of his mouth)
- Turkey – and the dogs of the world said “amen!” Poultry when thoroughly cooked and not covered in greases is a great treat for pups
Adorable Ensembles
In today’s modern world festive fashion isn’t just for pet mommies. Turn your furry sweetie into a gobble-gobble “he’s so cute” gush waiting to happen with this adorable do it yourself doggie thanksgiving tee.
Tail Wagging Thankfulness
Start out with a simple doggie tee that you already have in your pet’s closet. You will need five sheets of peel and stick felt – brown, red, yellow, white and orange.
Start out by cutting a “peanut” shaped piece of brown felt and sticking it onto the back of your tee shirt. This will be your turkey’s head and body. Second, cut two “feet” from your orange felt and stick it onto the bottom of turkey’s body. Continue by cutting feather shapes from your orange, red and yellow felt. Stick the feathers on around the head and body.
Once your turkey’s body is complete, cut out two eyes from your white felt along with an orange beak and a read “dangler” to match. For added fun cut out small letters to spell “Gobble” and place them above or below your turkey to finish your look.
From yummy yams to tees filled with thanks, from our families to yours, we’re wishing you a thanksgiving truly filled with so much to be thankful for!
David Beart is the owner of the “>http://www.petyak.com/?”> PetYak. Our site covers pet related topics from “>http://www.petyak.com/dogs/dog-health/?”> dog health and cat training to raising tropical fish and caring for birds.
‘Lombardi Legacy’ explores Green Bay Packers coach’s role as racial pioneer
EDITOR’S NOTE: In their new book “The Lombardi Legacy,” author Royce Boyles and former Packers linebacker Dave Robinson attempted to provide rare behind-the-scenes glimpses of Vince Lombardi.
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Ensure Your Dog is Safe This Thanksgiving
Ah, the leaves are changing from shades of green and melting into amber hues yellows and bright, bold reds. Add that to the backdrop of a crisp, blue sky and it’s as if heaven’s paint box has spilled over! From pumpkins and spice to pies and turkey filled tummies, the arrival of the holidays bring a sense of excitement into the air . . . but what about our furry friends? How can we make this special time of year sweet, safe and salvia provoking yummy for them too? Read on to find out . . .
Turkey Table – Dogs Welcome
Admit it. When we banish Fido to the basement for holiday gatherings we feel pretty crumby. Sometimes, we can’t even have fun thinking that they are down there moping around while we are upstairs living it up.
When it comes to doggies and the dinner table . . . we all know that it can be a little strange to guests when our dog is given a seat at the head of the table. But, just because we shouldn’t sit him next to Uncle Tim doesn’t mean that we have to banish him from the gatherings all together.
Create a special little place for your pet at the end of the dining room or in his favorite spot. Make it festive and bright. A good way to do this all while keeping all those wayward kids at bay while you cook? Cut out a big piece of cardboard and let the kids draw on a cute autumn scene from the dining table. Place crayons into sandwich bags for each child to avoid the age old fight over the red crayon.
Dining Safety
Bones and birds and gravy . . . oh my! Thanksgiving is a dog’s dining dream and those “begging” eyes make it no secret. But what thanksgiving treats are safe for dogs and which ones should be avoided?
Foods to Avoid:
Spicy, oniony and greasy food – these items can cause pancreatitis in pets, a painful and sometimes dangerous inflammation of the pancreas
Bones – they break or splinter and become lodged in the digestive track, in some cases they can even puncture areas of puppy’s delicate tummy
Nuts – these can cause swelling in legs, tremors and other numerous pup illnesses
Chocolate and Sweets – chocolate can be especially toxic and sweets that have been sweetened with xylitol can be just as deadly
Grapes or Raisins – these unsafe treats can cause kidney failure in pets
Mushrooms – some types may prove toxic to animals
Foods Perfect for Pets
Green Beans – a perfect treat both healthy and safe for doggie snacking
Cottage Cheese and Plain Yogurt – the pro-biotics are great for doggie digestion
Apples – it’s true even for dogs, an apple a day keeps the vet away
Low Fat Peanut Butter – (healthy even though it sticks to the roof of his mouth)
Turkey – and the dogs of the world said “amen!” Poultry when thoroughly cooked and not covered in greases is a great treat for pups
Adorable Ensembles
In today’s modern world festive fashion isn’t just for pet mommies. Turn your furry sweetie into a gobble-gobble “he’s so cute” gush waiting to happen with this adorable do it yourself doggie thanksgiving tee.
Tail Wagging Thankfulness
Start out with a simple doggie tee that you already have in your pet’s closet. You will need five sheets of peel and stick felt – brown, red, yellow, white and orange.
Start out by cutting a “peanut” shaped piece of brown felt and sticking it onto the back of your tee shirt. This will be your turkey’s head and body. Second, cut two “feet” from your orange felt and stick it onto the bottom of turkey’s body. Continue by cutting feather shapes from your orange, red and yellow felt. Stick the feathers on around the head and body.
Once your turkey’s body is complete, cut out two eyes from your white felt along with an orange beak and a read “dangler” to match. For added fun cut out small letters to spell “Gobble” and place them above or below your turkey to finish your look.
From yummy yams to tees filled with thanks, from our families to yours, we’re wishing you a thanksgiving truly filled with so much to be thankful for!
ComedyCity making move to SC Grand
LAWRENCE – ComedyCity is moving in January from downtown De Pere to The SC Grand Banquet and Convention Center.
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