8/23/07 Flaming Momma's Boy

More than a year and a half ago, I had a drink named in my honor. Since then, I thought I had lost the ingredients. I did a little cleaning today - and - you guessed it... I found the ingredients. The story behind the drink is simple. On a vacation with extended family, I told my mom that I wanted to spend time with her; whatever it was she wanted to do. After we had our mother/son bonding time together, I introduced her to the bartender that had been so generous to my cousins and me during the week. During my absence, my cousins and Neil (the bartender) concocted a drink in my honor. So, to hopefully keep this recipe in the family for generations to come, here's how to make a "Flaming Momma's Boy"....

• 1 oz Bailey's
• 1/2 oz Chambord
• 1 oz Chocolate Vermeer / Dark Creme de Cacao
• In a shaker, shake well and pour
• Top with whipped cream and garnish with a cherry

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In case you want to mix it up a little, you can also make yourself a "Cousin Eric" (Fruity, with a dash of masculinity).

• 1/2 oz Blackberry Brandy
• 1/2 oz Cherry Brandy
• 1/2 oz Chambord
• 1/2 oz Bacardi Razz
• 1 oz Cranberry Juice
• Pour over ice and stir

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I never quite got into NASCAR. Until today. I finally watched this long time coach explain the intricate details. And now I'm at least intrigued....

NASCAR Coach Reveals Winning Strategy: 'Drive Fast'

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Weird Al's song "Bob". Can you figure out what all the lyrics have in common?



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It's not often that you hear anyone prioritizing their renditions of "YMCA". In fact, I never intended to ever post anything "YMCA" related. However, given the topic today, it only seems appropriate... To present my favorite performance of "YMCA".