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cherylpf
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 Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:03 Post subject: "...and morning commuters, watch for covered wagons....
This is the time of year I LOVE Houston...For about 49 weeks of the year contrary to popular belief it really is fairly normal in Houston, not a lot of stetsons or wranglers, no mechanical bulls in every bar, etc etc. However, for 3 weeks its Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo time with all that involves plus associated parades and BBQ cookoff. Well, its here again and it is SO much fun! Today is "Go Texan" day, where everyone is encouraged to dig up their Justin boots and belt buckles and wear them. I work in a professional building downtown full of accountants and lawyers, its pretty amusing to see a bunch of people who look like country music has-beens load up on the elevator with you!! Also today is the conclusion of the Salt Grass trail, where ranchers from around the state literally drive covered wagons, horses and cattle into downtown Houston. Today is when they arrive, so there are actual traffic implications. I haven't seen any yet, but I'll keep you posted. Tonight I think I'm going to the BBQ cookoff and tomorrow I'm doing the Rodeo Run 10K....I love this town....
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purple hayes
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:09 Post subject:
My parents actually made us do a covered wagon vacation when we were kids. Worst vacation idea EVAH! The mental scarring runs deep.
Shouldn't you be out riding your bike? 
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cherylpf
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:12 Post subject:
Thats Sunday there's no bike ride associated with the ro-day-o 
Besides, the way things are now, I might be rowing my bike....
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pokychick
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:15 Post subject:
Are King Deuce and Sir Crack Peanut Butter going to be in the parade.
It has rained here everyday for a week. It is so depressing.
We haven't had the thunderstorms though.
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runswithscissors
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:15 Post subject:
| cherylpf wrote: | Thats Sunday there's no bike ride associated with the ro-day-o
Besides, the way things are now, I might be rowing my bike.... |
Looks like they will be showing up in Junks instead of covered wagons this year.
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airehead
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:41 Post subject:
I'm so jealous, Cheryl (pro-nounced "shurl")
My parents live in the Woodlands--and Houston has such a great feel to it. It feels completely different that San Antonio and Austin. (Both great cities, too)
Enjoy lots of BBQ for us!
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cherylpf
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 11:45 Post subject:
| airehead wrote: | I'm so jealous, Cheryl (pro-nounced "shurl")
My parents live in the Woodlands--and Houston has such a great feel to it. It feels completely different that San Antonio and Austin. (Both great cities, too) |
Very nice area! My parents are in that general area also!
| Quote: | | Enjoy lots of BBQ for us! |
Will do! 
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Pebbles
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 12:38 Post subject:
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Enjoy lots of BBQ for us! |
MMMMM...BBQ...must have some.
Can you tell I'm dieting? 
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cherylpf
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kristin31
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 15:14 Post subject:
The Swine-O BBQ house shot is great! specially the exit... 
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 15:39 Post subject:
| pokychick wrote: | Are King Deuce and Sir Crack Peanut Butter going to be in the parade.
It has rained here everyday for a week. It is so depressing.
We haven't had the thunderstorms though. |
Ain't gunna be no King Duece in no redneck pawrade..
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flarunner
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 16:08 Post subject: Re: "...and morning commuters, watch for covered wagons
| cherylpf wrote: | | ...Today is "Go Texan" day, where everyone is encouraged to dig up their Justin boots and belt buckles and wear them. I work in a professional building downtown full of accountants and lawyers, its pretty amusing to see a bunch of people who look like country music has-beens load up on the elevator with you!!... |
Hmmm... see no mention of your attire. So spill...
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cherylpf
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 16:10 Post subject:
I own NO western and I'm proud to admit that...
I'm wearing: grey wool slacks, white v-neck ribbed sweater, black VERY NON-WESTERN 9 west boots with high heels, as I laugh at those "going Texan"....
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flarunner
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 16:18 Post subject:
Shurl, I am just a little disappointed with you.
I know, I know, it's SO much fun to laugh at the natives and their silly customs, but you really need to embrace their culture so that you can feel a part of the whole community.
Did I just turn into Genie?
Shoes woman! Think of the shoes!
What better excuse than a community festival to be able to get a new pair of shoes!? OK, boots, but it's still footwear!
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cherylpf
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Posted: 02/21/03 - 16:22 Post subject:
Think bolo ties, Texas flag shirts, starched wranglers, gender ambiguous Pat from SNL, or Crystal Gayle....While I'm all about an excuse to buy new clothing and embracing culture...this time? I'll have to pass.
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