Happy Texas Independence Day, y'all!

"Xyl0c41n3" (i-am-xyl0c41n3) 03/02/2015 at 16:16 • Filed to: Texas Independence Day, YEEHAW!, Texas Forever

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On this day in 1836 a few dozen Texians gathered together in Washington, Tx. to declare independence from Mexico. Just days later the Alamo fell and hundreds more were killed in Goliad. Those defeats gave rise to the famous battle cry, "Remember the Alamo! Remember Goliad!" at the Battle of San Jacinto where we finally defeated Gen. Santa Ana and earned our independence.

The Republic of Texas was a sovereign nation from 1836 until 1845 when it joined the Union as the 28th state. But that maverick attitude still lives on in many Texans today. As author John Steinbeck once said, "Texas is a state of mind."

Happy Independence Day to my fellow Texan Opponauts!

And just to keep it Oppo, here're some folks who have a little too much Texas pride (though, there can never be too much Texas pride) who aren't afraid to show it on their vehicles. ^_^

Texas forever, y'all!

bob and john > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:19

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I was going to post some texas foodm but a quick GIS for texas steak made me crazy hungry.

For Sweden > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:21

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Why do you hate Mexico

camaroboy68ss > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:21

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One these days ill see texas outside of the Dallas airport

themanwithsauce - has as many vehicles as job titles > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:22

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Texasball approves

Xyl0c41n3 > bob and john 03/02/2015 at 16:23

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I'm sorry I insulted poutine. I was only kidding. :( I could never insult something that looks that tasty! ^_^

Xyl0c41n3 > For Sweden 03/02/2015 at 16:24

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I'm Mexican-American. I don't hate Mexico at all. I identify myself first and foremost as Texan or Tejana, though. ^_^

Xyl0c41n3 > camaroboy68ss 03/02/2015 at 16:26

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We'll have an ice cold glass of sweet tea and a plate of brisket with all the fixin's ready for ya when you do. ^_^

Sweet Trav > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:28

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Why cant Texas be it's own country?

ttyymmnn > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:28

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Xyl0c41n3 > ttyymmnn 03/02/2015 at 16:29

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He's probably my second favorite Tennesseean. ^_^

jariten1781 > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:32

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Though I only spent four years there, and I haven't been back in over a decade I still answer "where're you from?" or "what's that accent?" with TEXAS. (Part of that is that the only other honest answer would be Oklahoma...haha).

Xyl0c41n3 > jariten1781 03/02/2015 at 16:38

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It's ok, I wouldn't admit to being from Jokelahoma, either. We were glad to have you, and I'm sure we miss ya, too. Consider yourself an honorary Texan. ^_^

KnowsAboutCars > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:43

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Happy independence day! Have a neat landscape photo from Ostrobothnia which basically is Texas (or USA but I'll go with Texas this time) of Finland.

Also found on the same page as the photo above:

I actually used to see that above truck semi often.

Xyl0c41n3 > KnowsAboutCars 03/02/2015 at 16:44

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Oh! Thank you, KAC! These are excellent gifts! I hope you're doing well, my friend. Long time no see. *pounce* :D

camaroboy68ss > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:48

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Mmm brisket, you can keep the tea though, can't stand the stuff

KnowsAboutCars > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:49

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Just finished my little Inkscape project so I'm pretty pleased right now.

Flat Six > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 16:59

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I wasn't born in Texas, but I got here as fast as I could :)

turbojames > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 17:01

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MUUUUURRRRRRRIIIIIICUUUUUH

Xyl0c41n3 > camaroboy68ss 03/02/2015 at 17:05

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That's right! I forgot. Where are my manners? I'll have a piping hot cup of coffee ready for ya! ^_^

Xyl0c41n3 > Flat Six 03/02/2015 at 17:13

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That's quite alright. We're glad you're here. Also, they make bumper stickers that say that. You should get one. Not for that beauty, though, lol. ^_^

Xyl0c41n3 > KnowsAboutCars 03/02/2015 at 17:14

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Teeheehee!

And do tell. What's this project?

camaroboy68ss > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 17:14

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that's more like it!  a beer would just as good with that bbq

Flat Six > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 17:15

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Yeah, I've seen those. I also like the saying "You don't have to ask if somebody is from Texas because they will let you know"

Xyl0c41n3 > Sweet Trav 03/02/2015 at 17:15

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Because the rest of the U.S. would collapse without us. :-P

wagon guy now drives a boostang > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 17:16

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As a Texas state employee, I appreciate the day off!

Xyl0c41n3 > Flat Six 03/02/2015 at 17:17

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This is very true. I think most of Oppo knew I was a Texan before they ever knew what I drive. Lol.

KnowsAboutCars > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 17:19

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Just a French racing car that dominated Pikes Peak .

Xyl0c41n3 > camaroboy68ss 03/02/2015 at 17:26

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Your choice, Shiner or Lone Star. ^_^

Clown Shoe Pilot > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 18:15

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Since it's Texas Independence Day, that means a new batch of Garrison Brothers is available!

Dingers Ghost, Champion Jockey > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 18:17

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I'm from PA.

My mother grew up in TX.

My middle name is Austin.

That counts, right?

Xyl0c41n3 > Clown Shoe Pilot 03/02/2015 at 18:19

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Pour one out for me! ^_^

Xyl0c41n3 > Dingers Ghost, Champion Jockey 03/02/2015 at 18:24

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Texan by association... it could work.

Quick, pop quiz time: what is the best meat for barbecuing and how should it be prepared?

Second question: Wood fire or gas? (If you choose wood, what kind?)

Third question: tea— sweet or unsweet?

Lastly, fill in the blank: "The stars at night shine big and bright _______________________!"

Dingers Ghost, Champion Jockey > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 18:32

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1. I'm good with any beef or pork. Especially ribs. Preparation depends, but can't go wrong with a good slightly spicy dry rub. On the other hand I also like being able to taste my food for days with some good sauce.

2. Me, I like Cherry or Apple wood. I don't care for gas, I'm not Hank Hill.

3. Neither, can't stand it.

4. What is "Deep in the heart of Texas"

Xyl0c41n3 > Dingers Ghost, Champion Jockey 03/02/2015 at 18:47

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Oh! So close!

The correct answers were:

1. Beef. Specifically a brisket smoked for at least 12 hours. Dry rub on the brisket would be appropriate. It shouldn't need a sauce, though, but if you have one, it should be homemade and include honey as one ingredient. Smoked turkey, beef fajitas, and venison also would have been acceptable. Pork BBQ is for the Carolinians. That's not BBQ.

2. Wood is correct. But some wood is more correct than others. I would have accepted mesquite, pecan, or hickory as a last resort. I might make an exception for applewood.

3. Sweet tea. The answer is always sweet tea. I've already given away one sweet tea waiver to CamaroBoy68, who prefers coffee or beer. In that regard, what beer would you choose? Or would you prefer lemonade? Fresh squeezed lemonade is also acceptable.

Lastly, yes! The only one you got full credit on.

You may not want to tell your mama how you fared on this quiz, because she might cry and we can't have that.

If you study up a little more, you might pass and become a true Texan after all. Study the following for the next quiz: what is the state flower? The state tree? Chili: beans or no beans? Which is bigger— the Capitol rotunda in Austin or in Washington, DC? What is the proper way to measure distances in Texas— using miles or hours?

Good luck! ;-P

Dingers Ghost, Champion Jockey > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 20:36

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Oh definitely lemonade. Chili, in my opinion, is no beans. The way God intended. And obviously you measure in hours. That's about the way we do it here too.

Rotunda's larger in Austin. That was on a gut feeling and confirmed with searching.

Flower is Bluebonnet, Tree is Pecan. Those I didn't know.

Maybe I'm too much of a Pennsylvanian.

bubblestheturtle > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 21:46

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Better.

bubblestheturtle > Xyl0c41n3 03/02/2015 at 21:51

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Mongo > Xyl0c41n3 03/03/2015 at 03:24

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Bless your hearts.

Everyone remembers the Alamo. No one but Texans seem to know that Goliad even exists.

Sad to see Johnny Cacies closing in Longview this month. Some of the best oysters in the world.