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So, I’m bouncing around this past St. Patrick’s day thinking…Hmmmmm, I live in Texas. I’m not Catholic, but why do they have all the fun? I mean, they like beer! I like beer! They go to bars, I go to bars. They pass out in odd places and well…nevermind! So, we here at the Texas Beer Maps Staff thought it might be fun and informative to marry two things we love. Texas and Beer, oh wait thats inferred. So we combined our interest for just Texas Beers.  Anyway, we decided to create a little taste test. Kinda give beer drinking a purpose, other than allowing us to tolerate people who behave poorly. And oddly enough, even though we are the most informative drinking site in Texas, we actually found it hard to figure out a good selection of beers to try in a green format. We did ultimately decide on value. Now our friends at Shiner Brewing Company are very helpful in this endeavor. They have the Shiner family 6 pack. That’s right, 6 different types of beer for the price of a single sixer! Greatness, but as much as we love them it still lacks in variety. So, we look around. Good old Saint Arnold out of Houston was easy enough to locate at our local HEB Grocery Store. As I peruse the store looking for some more selections, it dawns on me…A good Texan will drink a Lone Star. Only tourist and cowboys and Frat boys are regulars to this brew these days, but what they hell…..Git me some! And our last and least known of the selection was a brew called Bootleggers Brown Ale produced by Independence Brewing Company.

So, the testing begins. We based all of our results on two criteria. How does it taste and how does it look green with Irishness! Here’s a list of the 8 selected brews.

1. Shiner Hefeweizen
2. Shiner Light
3. Bootlegger’s Brown Ale
4. Shiner Bock
5. Saint Arnold Lawnmower
6. Shiner Kosmos
7. Shiner Blond
8. Lone Star (Note the tallboy)

Now, I feel I should preface our findings by a few blanket statements as to not upset any fans of any of these fine brews. First, no matter what we decided, they are all Texas Brewed Beer’s so we like them. Kinda like family, even if your cousin is an A$$hole, he’s still family. Second, we’re beer drinkers…Like that fat plumber you meet at a Bar. We’re not critics on Beer, never have professed to be. Also, our voting was a group effort and after a few beers some are easily persuaded to change their mind, but we agreed for the most part that I can recall….or can I recall. Oh well, i wrote down enough to tell you what I think I should have remembered.
Ratings are a followed.
Appearance and Taste:
Very shitty
Shitty
Whatever
Not Shitty
Damn Homie Gimme Another

Drumroll please……….Just click the image for full view!!!!

So, in surmising our results….It appears that on that specific evening with this specific group of Drunks…our vote went to Shiner Blond for St. Paddy’s Day!!! This being said, I hope this was informative and remember, if you’re ever looking for an Irish Bar to grab a pint of the Black and a Jameson, be sure to check out your friends at Texas Beer Maps .
Have a great day and find yourself in a sober safe environment at least 3 days a week…..or whatever!

Cheers!!

Derek

Special thanks to Mike and Chris for having to endure this arduous task!!!

These are not the expressed views of the Texas Beer Maps Staff, but just a submission from some drunk they know!

Texas Beer Maps

Oh in the glum days of January and February, there’s not just a lot to be excited about. My mind wanders always, but more so when my interests are limited due to lack of exciting upcoming events. So, while waiting for our next month of exciting events to roll around, it dawned on me to write a quick blog that has always helped me in the self evaluative acknowledgement that I’m not the smartest person on the planet, or hell, probably in the room and it’s just me and my dog!
So, while matriculating (not sure you can call it that) in college, in between beers (if there was such a time). It dawned on me. I was doing my normal routine of planning on studying for a test. I’ve cleaned the house, the car, watched all the TV I can stand, walked around aimlessly, drove by my favorite bar (albeit it was 9am) and finally I need to crack the old proverbial book! Good old calculus! Yea! I’m excited now!
So, as I attempt derivatives with full anticipation of integrations….I remember back in High School one of my teachers telling me that if you’re lucky you retain 10% of the information you’re taught in class and are tested on! Hmmm, that makes me curious as to what level of effort I shall put forth for a mere 10%. So, as my ADHD is in full bloom with the thought of not having to think. I do some research that I confirmed today. It is actually 5% you’re lucky to gain in retention! Wow, now that really motivates me on getting an A on this upcoming test now! I’m only going to remember 5% friggin percent!
So, here’s the part you never tell your children! If indeed your retention level is only 5% and you were to barely get by (pointing directly at myself) with a 70, having spent the adequate amount of time (let’s say 2 hrs studying) and the kid next to you puts forth the appropriate amount of effort (let’s say 20 hrs…hey it is Calculus). Then in reality if he/she were to make a perfect score back then (1995) and I were to squeak out that low C with a 70. So, they retain the full 5% of the subject, i’d retain 3.5% of the subject.  So, we’re talking about 1.5% more knowledge for an additional 18 hrs.  So, then today as I sit on the barstool next to that kid or one of his similar cohorts we can discuss the topic with only a differential of 1.5% of the information. That’s right folks on a 50 question test, your brilliant buddy gets three questions that you don’t, correct! Sure he’s a Doctor and makes lots of money and I’m not and I don’t. But hey, we can talk Calculus. But, really folks, that shit is boring. So, we watch sports and if the topic of beer arises, having acquired my PHD in such a subject (from pure exposure alone), Class is in session!
Moral of the story, don’t think so much! Enjoy your time in school no need worrying yourself to death on 1.5% of some shit you’re not going to want to talk about anyway and find yourself a cool ass bar at Texas Beer Maps and watch sports and chase tail (if that be your game)!
Happy Drinking and have a nice day,
Derek

A Nugget of Hope to stand against the Commercial Money Hungry Austin Music Scene!!!!!

Hello all,
It’s been a few weeks since my last post (rant!) and it’s about time to get something off my chest. I moved to lovely Austin Texas because of the History, the buzz, the people, the longhorns, the girls (but now i’m taken), and last but not least the music.  Oh yes, Texas Music Capital….and one of the most loaded spots in the world to find talent anywhere and any time.  And this doesn’t even touch on the big festivals like ACL Music Festival or SXSW that take place annually, and there’s always small festivals to attend like the Old Pecan Street Festival and Eeyore’s Birthday in the Park. Now I love Austin to death….fell in love with both Austin and a girl the same day and it’s truly changed my entire perspective on life and happiness.

This being said, I should point out a few of the downsides to living in such a wonderful place.  Let’s start with traffic, either folks can’t drive or blind men created the roadways.  I mean really, if you’re on Mopac the right lane constantly becomes an exit only lane…  meaning that if you start in the far left lane you will eventually be in an exit only lane.  Hence, so many accidents and the necessity to pull in front of traffic and risk accidents because you’re about to exit.
Next, I’m a huge supporter of Law Enforcement and certainly don’t want to deal with the scumbags they see daily, so in thanking them for their service I ask only this.  Recognize your cash cow fellas, I mean I’ve moved away from friends and family, took a significant paycut just so I can be a part of this wonderful city.  Don’t harrass me everytime I try to step out.  I’m not drunk, there’s one way streets everywhere and it’s easy to get turned around.  Post clearly that your are taking over meters, because I don’t want to get towed…  AGAIN!  Really, this list could go on and on and on for the inconveniences and money hungry, expensive aspects of our fine city, but I’ll leave it at “Austin can be a pain in the Ass”.

I also have to tell you all about this wonderful little convenience I’ve happened upon.  So, while much of the city is ramping up for SXSW and folks are buying tickets and expecting to spend hundreds and hundreds of dollars in Austin. A few people who remember why we love Austin and why we live here and visit here.  We love music and love walking from a show with which you have just seen a band or artist that you had never heard of and hustle off to buy everything you can find they’ve done, because they blew you away.  Sharing this with your friends and feeling that you’re a very special part of something.  Your a fan for the art, not just chewing what was given to you.  And that’s where our friends at Red Gorilla Music Festival come in.  They looked around and noticed that SXSW is taking themselves a bit too serious and have forgotten the true meaning.  However the person that came to Austin still remembers why they’re here.  So, they’ve created a festival within a festival so to speak!  They have their festival downtown at different locations during the same timeframe as SXSW and DON’T CHARGE TO CHECK IT OUT!!!  That’s right, no cover…  no hassle…  Austin like you want Austin to be.  Now the kind folks at Red Gorilla Music Festival can’t do anything about the police, or the parking, or the thousands of drunks that’ll be roaming the streets of Austin during March 19-21 2009.  But, they’re bringing you back the experience that we long for.  They expect over 300 bands to participate from all around the Country and the World and all you gotta do is come check it out.

Texas Beer Maps are proud supporters of Red Gorilla and salute them for doing something for the fan and the artist and keeping it wholesome.
We’ll be down for as many shows as we can see and would love to see you to, so if you make it to the Red Gorilla Music Fest…..hunt down the Texas Beer Maps Crew and say hey, I’ll have a beer with ya and check out some music.

Hopefully we’ll have something useful to give you, if not just advice and opinions on the talent!
Best Wishes,
Derek
Texas Beer Maps Crew!

Ok, so it’s been a bit since my last installment, so here we go. Holiday Season, Whoopee Fu*kin Whoopee….this is only fun if you’re like 9! Once you have to pay your own bills this is basically a time to buy everybody else stuff when you can’t afford gas. Oh, and did I mention seeing your family. Which I love dearly, but it’s a haul to get up to see them, which leaves me with this quick post! I’m a little hesitant to divulge this information for fear of more traffic on my route, but oh well…Share the wealth, right!!!
So, I-35 from Austin to Dallas sucks A$$! I hate it, it’s not pretty. There too much traffic and let’s not even get into what happens when it splits into I-35E and I-35W. So, I get creative and decide to try to take a bit longer route and see if my travels are more pleasant. So, I head out from North Austin, run up to Lampasas on to Glen Rose and then up to Dallas. It’s about 40 miles further and there’s a few more stops due to small towns, but it’s so pretty going through the Hill Country in Texas and Hamilton Texas is so quaint with its Victoria Style houses! You also go through Hico, of Billy the Kid infamy…..or so Young Guns II says!  So, there ya go. My little secret! And I had to tell you that to tell you this! On the way there and back, both for Thanksgiving and Christmas. I noticed a little dive type bar in Liberty Hill and me being me, I thought….Damn I want to stop there and get a beer! But, with family in tow and either anticipating a long trip or tired from the long journey, I neglect to stop by. I try to find some information about this joint online, but was led in all kinds of different directions. But, I finally get the chance to run out there and visit with the folks at Bob’s Bar!

It’s awesome! A little small place where most of the patrons are like family if not family! I met the owner’s son Kirk and his wife Laura, who does web design amongst other things of which you can find information on at Laura Hyden’s Website , and they were cool enough to sit with us and even bought us several beers! Liberty Hill is a small town Texas like I’m from and reminds me of home, but my hometown doesn’t hav e a bar!  Bob’s has several pool tables, a very large shuffleboard table, and everyone we met was really nice to us. So, to all my Texas Beer Maps friends……if you ever get bored of all the traffic in Austin, getting towed, shitty cops, obnoxious college kids, spending a mint, and the few other inconveniences that encompasses the music capital of Texas…..Take a little time off and run out to Liberty Hill and see the nice folks at Bob’s Bar! Be sure to have cash, cause they don’t take credit cards……and tell Bob, Kirk or Laura that the Texas Beer Maps guys send their love.
Here’s their information if you wanna check to see if they’re having bands/karoke/etc.
BOBS BAR
40 N Highway 183
LIBERTY HILL TX
phone: 512.778.6918
Best wishes to all and happy drinking!!!!
Derek
Texas Beer Maps

I had the absolute pleasure of watching these guys perform this past week, and I’ve been to quite a few shows in Austin in my day, and this one was one of the best bands I have ever heard!  Where did these guys come from?  Obviously they’ve been around for quite some time. They have already been signed on with Willie Nelson’s own Pedernales Records, have played in places such as the Granada Theater, in Dallas, however, I’ve never even heard of these guys!

The band consists of  Stephen Goodson (electric guitar) Chris Hill (drums, percussion) Matt Ragland (primary songwriter/lyricist; acoustic guitar) Reid Umstattd (lead vocals) David Long (tenor & soprano sax; flute) Mike St. Clair (bass, trombone, trumpet), at least, according to their myspace page. The band plays right along side of some of the greats, and if you haven’t had the opportunity to check them out, keep on the lookout, because this band will definitely be soaring high before you know it!

Some of their notorious songs include Jumping Bean, Foot Steps, You don’t know, and All gone to nothing, however, there wasn’t a Bad Song amongst there entire musical arsenal. Willie Nelson’s nephew, Freddy Fletcher, made the best decision of 2008 by signing this band.

After the show, I went to check out their Homepage and myspace page, and after listening to a few of their recorded songs, I came to this conclusion. I like listening to this band’s music via headphones, but nothing compares to the live version of their set. They put off so much energy and how they have every beat of the drum and strum of the guitar in tune with one another is uncanny. According to their bio, it’s Matt Ragland that is the primary song writer in the group, and kudos this this guy. He’s got great acoustic guitar skills, awesome backup vocals, and is modest enough to step down and let an absolute phenom named Reid Umstattd come in and tear down the house with his powerful vocals.

I’ve had so many conversations with people about taste in music, and one thing that I’ve come to the conclusion is, most people like what they like because of the sound, and know nothing about what goes behind it. They don’t give credit to where credit is deserved. These guys not only sound great, but they are an insanely talented group of musicians. I, being a musician myself, know when I see a band that has the potential to be ranked one of the greats, as long as they keep on their horse and don’t give up. This is one of them.

Here’s a video of them during their show at the Granada Theater in Dallas, TX -

Nelo at the Granada Theater in Dallas, TX

Now, I’d love to be able to say something bad about this band, as normally in my reviews I don’t like to suck the band’s dick as much as I am in this posting, however, it’s very difficult to find something I didn’t like about them. Great Sound. Great Music. Great Charisma. Great Crowd. Great Talent. I guess since I have to say something on the negative side so I don’t lose my edge here, I’d have to say that they need to work on the band’s photo shoots, and Reid, get a haircut buddy. Other than that, awesome job, keep up the good work. You’ve gained another loyal fan here!

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT THE EXPRESSED VIEWS OF TEXAS BEER MAPS!

Merry Christmas all………Let us recap our past year, shall we. We decided to create a website, cool! We reaffirmed our love for beer and establishments that serve or sell such commodities, nice! OK, so the long year has passed. While the work has taken off inches from the good old waste line, I’m hardly recognizable due to the bucket sized bags under my eyes. We’ve met hundreds probably thousands of very cool people in Texas out drinking it up!! So, there may be many of names for my behavior, but by god I’m not a quitter. Even in these tough times of just wanting to sleep and rest, I’m going to keep at it. So, as I count the minutes until I’m formally off the clock……….I’m anticipating the sweet sweet smell of a stank ass, dirty puke filled Dive Bar! I’m looking forward to speaking with the 50 something year old car salesman who’s kiddo’s won’t speak to him because of all the beatings he’s delivered and the money he’s stolen (Once his soul was ebay’d). Oh and how blessed it will be to visit the all so common girl bartender that could afford a Jenny Craig gift, to treat me like cattle and serve up a piss warm draft at a lovely 300% markup……..Good Ol Christmas. Oh wait; I totally forgot the whole website thing!!!! Jesus, Texas Beer Maps has every place in the State on a Map I can print out and shop Dive Bars until I find a cool one! Schweeeet! So, now with my spirits improved over this epiphany…….I shall get spirits at the spots I dig! Lovely!!! So, to all Texas Beer Maps Friends……From the entire TBM Crew We wish you a very very intoxicating (Yet Safe) Christmas Holiday and don’t forget your Festivus pole!!!! Try to stay sober enough your Momma doesn’t disown you and visit often. Best Wishes Texas Beer Maps

Happy Holidays all Texas Beer Maps Fans,

It has been a while since my last post and I wanted to take the time to wish everyone a happy and safe Holiday Season. As seen in my prior posts, I tend to be addicted to news and what’s going on in the US economy. Ok, here we go. Out latest plight! So, the largest single fraud by one individual was pulled off over a long period of time costing investors close to 50 Billion dollars. And yes that’s a “B” people.
Now while Securities Fraud and bad accounting practices does not surprise me, living in the great State of Texas “of Enron fame”, what does baffle me a bit is the investor’s name. That’s right to all whom have been watching the news. It’s Bernard L. Madoff (pronounced “Made Off”). Ok, why I must admit my lack of ability to ever save a penny has prevented me from investing much. I do doubt that if I’m out looking around for someone to give whatever little nest egg I manage to acquire too. I don’t think that someone who’s name sounds like “Made Off” is going to get the bid. Because I’d just as soon not have my investment “Made Off” with! What really concerns me is that in all the fracas, I have yet to even hear about this obvious similarity. While Vice President of the Company Joe D. Jaquyosheet has managed thus far to get away with anything associated with what Mr. Madoff has made off with. I’m certain they may find out that he has jacked someone’s shit! As, I could continue with this rant, fun filled with double entendre’s, I shall refrain from doing so.
I shall only leave you with this thought. If you’re going to the Doctor, don’t go to Dr. John Kausmiepayne. Cause he may indeed hurt you and cause you to vist Joe Kilamophou at the local gun store. Leaving you locked up and and unhappy living in a 8 by 10 room with Bubby Pakenfudge.
Best wishes this Merry Christmas and have a happy new year.
Texas Beer Maps
Derek aka “Jack Mehoff”, always looking for Amanda Hugginkis (J/K)
Texas Beer Maps

Ok, so for the next installation on our current political environment! First and foremost, I guess out of my pure ignorance, it never dawned on me that the election of President Elect Obama would create such a feeling of belonging to millions of Americans! I have to say that I guess I was almost conditioned and programmed for the Old Guard of politics. But, Americans have spoken….and no longer can anyone tell anyone else what they can or cannot be when they grow up! If we can manage to elect a president whose name is Islamic, at a time when terrorism still lingers in our minds and whom is also African American….Then by God…we’re winning the battle on bigotry, class systems and opening up ourselves too much national optimism going forward.
For me I normally write a blog that is mostly to be funny, but on this issue I shall stray! I am more proud to be an American now then I’ve ever been and whatever my personal beliefs have ever been in my life, the majority has spoken and President Obama will have my full support until he proves otherwise.
In the first news of policy change I hear two things that I’m totally supportive of! One, he’s going to lift restrictions on embryonic stem cell research, which I’ve always believed was ridiculous, because it’s not life to me until it breaths….that’s my ever so humble opinion!
He’s also going to lift restrictions on drilling on our Federal Lands, thank you!!!! This very well could be our best effort to fight terrorism! Because a bunch of fellas wrapped up tightly in sheet, in a sand pit without the money to provide food for themselves will surely think of better hobbies then to eradicate the infidels! Mainly, trying to scratch up some rice for their babies, I would hope!
So, my vote for Beer didn’t go thru, but I do believe we all have reason now to get a Beer….Raise your glass, share in hopes and dreams that we can put aside our differences. Quit fighting internally, bond together and progress as the wonderful nation our fore fathers believed we could be.
Don’t forget, when in Texas and if you need to find a place to carry on such celebrations, please feel free to use the services of Texas Beer Maps and have a wonderful day.
Much Love,
Derek
Texas Beer Maps Staff

Baker Hotel - A six piece set consisting of a drummer named ‘Rex Rizk’, lead guitarist ‘Simon Page’, lead singer and rhythm guitarist ‘Carter Beckworth’, bass player ‘Chris Friend’, and last but certainly not least - on keyboard ‘Reed Barrett’.  I know, I know - at first glance you’re thinking “Baker Hotel?  What kind of name is that for a band?”  Well, let me give you a little history about the guys, where they come from, and where they are definitely going -

The band started in Mississippi in 2005, and migrated their way south where they found themselves immersed in the music capital of the world - Austin, TX. The original members Carter Beckworth, Reed Barrett, and Simon Page have added drummer Rex Rizk and bassist Chris Friend, and the group has been on the rise ever since. Now according to their bio, they got their name from the old haunted Baker Hotel in Mineral Wells Texas , and the group wishes to keep inspiring people to come out and remember what it’s like to listen to some good ol’ “leg tapping”  music, much like it’s counterpart the old Hotel in Mineral Wells does to keep people inspired to come to it’s location and remember what it’s like to be young again, afraid of ghosts goblins.

The band has played with some well known names such as Bob Schneider and Mickey and the Motorcars , and can keep up with both of these seasoned bands. The first time I saw these guys was at a bar called Billy’s Brew and BBQ and they were playing for a function that was being held for what I believe it was ‘Muscular Dystrophy’, but don’t take that to the bank. One thing you can take to the bank was that they put on a great show for a small venue, and have ceased to amaze me whenever I see them out live every time.

The first time I met the crew was at the Tiniest Bar in Texas and after speaking with all of them for a few minutes, you can tell that the guys are still an upcoming band, with a lot to look forward to, and still have a great humbleness and spirit that you’d like to see in a lot of our seasoned vets. The worst thing in my eyes that a musician can do is forget what it’s like to pick up that guitar for the first time and not have a clue as to what you’re doing. You look up to those around you for guidance, and strive to make yourself the best musician you can be. Many times, we’ll forget that there once was a day that we had trouble with the G Chord while we’re shredding some song by Led Zeppelin.

You get a great Tom Petty feel when listening to the group, and can tell that they love doing what they’re doing while on stage. I had the opportunity to sit down with a few of them after the show, and they told me a few little tidbits of information that I would like to share with the rest of you -

One night after a show at Billy’s Brew and Que, they went home to their apartment at The Gables on South Mopac their vehicle was broken into, and much of their equipment was stolen, but the band pressed on, and was out the next week playing their shows just like they promised.  It’s an amendment to the band’s commitment, and how passionate they are to perform for their fans.

Things to keep a look out for:

• The band’s new 4 track CD coming out soon
• Performances around Austin, TX and hopefully out at SXSW in the spring

And a few of my favorite songs of the evening…

1. Mississippi
2. Tappin’ My Wire
3. She Looked Like Hell
4. Little Green Cars

While every song I listened to throughout the night was fantastic, “Little Green Cars” was by far my favorite, which had more of an upbeat “bluesy” sound to it, however, all of their songs are very easy to listen to, and have a great “feel good” feeling about them.

All in all, Baker Hotel is a top pick for local bands to go listen to around Austin. They have a great set list, a wonderful fan base, and put off a lot of energy, even when they are inhibited by an 85 decibel sounds limit out on 5th street in downtown Austin. Independent and on the move, you be sure to watch out for these guys, as you might be hearing them on the radio or at the store buying their CD sooner than you think.

THE FOLLOWING ARE NOT THE EXPRESSED VIEWS OF TEXAS BEER MAPS!

Ok, so here are the views of Derek at TBM and not necessarily the views of all TBM staff members. But, does it seem strange that as the election nears we’ve all of a sudden got a 3 year low in the price of petrol? I mean….was there something that CNN didn’t report on that I missed? Anyway, as far as I know….we’ve still got a major conflagration in the Middle East? Does Syria seem like it’s become a nicer place? How about good old Iran strumming up the nuclear topic again? So, I’m not a botany podiatrist or anything, but it seems to me that gas ought to still be high with everything going on! Could it be the speculation on Governor Palin’s vote to open up our oil fields more in Alaska and how she could bring that to the table…..or do we just anticipate that she’ll get a much better wardrobe from that venture?
So let’s get to the topic at hand…..we’ve got two options Old Ex-Prisoner of War (he’s 72 ya’ll) and a Pretty Hot GILF (soon anyway) as far as politics go or a very nice Black Fella (which I’m in favor of, but not sure our society is currently that progressive) with a Muslim middle name (we’re at war with some of those cats….right?) and a dude that has been running for president since 1988  that finally said fu*k it………..I’ll be VP?

Jesus Christ, it’s like picking from the best used condom? I mean really, can we just not have relations at all and start over from scratch. It’s like I’m stranded on a bus full of fat chicks (which was considered hot in Victorian Times due to affluence, but that’s another blog), in heat, with a bottle of Viagra, on a Montana Freeway with Keanu Reeves at the Wheel, but no booze in site…….I’m trapped ya’ll!!!

Now, I’m not near smart enough to try to figure out whom should run this great country of ours….and to be blunt, don’t care to! But, I’d like to think we might get some options that sound appealing, hell I’d settle for Spam on toast!
So, with this current revelation at hand……I’ve been thinking. I’m voting for BEER. I mean it never lets ya down, well kinda….but, your dumbass knew what you were getting into! And, when you’ve had too much a little more helps. Jesus, what an epiphany! You don’t have to think about stuff and if you do you, pour some more beer love on it and then you can quit thinking about stuff.
So, whether our great nation be run by the Obama’s or the McCain’s Clan….Cause you know they won’t be doing most of it by themselves…..I say, find your vote of choice! Mine’s in the middle drawer of my fridge and rhymes with gleystone ! Then, put on the election (mute the sound) listen to your favorite musician (gotta be from Texas for me) and let the good times roll….Make funny games out the Old Red and the Blue colors that ”MAR” our US map, wonder to your self should West Virginia get a vote at all and leave it up to the Electives…..Cause we all know they’re the ones who gone and done it!!!!!
So, I think…use your voters registration card as rolling papers, Don’t park in Austin (cause you will get towed), Keep you dog on a leash (cause you will get fined), Don’t smoke cigs anywhere but in your closet (Cause you will get fined), and pop the top of your favorite Presidential Candidate !
And if you do have any problems locating your “New Elect” then check us out at Texas Beer Maps .
So Happy…….hope you’re not a Felon Day!!!!
Best Wishes From Derek @ TBM