Happy Labor Day

Many Americans think that this three day weekend was created in honor of work.  Actually, it was created in honor of the American labor movement.  You see, in the 19th century, union work stoppages were met with violence and killing.  Then Congress decided we could have a holiday saying the Labor movement was a-ok.

"Oh, I always wanted to be a Teamster; so lazy and surly."  

Now, in the 21st century, labor unions protect workers from unpaid overtime.  At least until the robots take our jobs.  Three cheers for labor day and the labor movement!

Dude Weekend Cooks: Root Beer Pork Loin

This dude was happy to cook for Mr. and Mrs. Brown in August.  I put together a recipe I enjoyed the prior weekend.  It was a big hit!

1 pork loin
1 can/bottle of root beer - I used IBC
1 white onion
BBQ sauce
Slider rolls

Slice the onion and place in slow cooker.  Next, pour the root beer.  Finally, drop the pork anchor.  Cook on lower in the slow cooker for about four hours, until it reaches 145 F.  Drain, reserving some of the cooking water.  Mix it up with a little bit of BBQ sauce - enough to just coat.  Leave more out as a condiment.  Viola!

NPR and Gary Clark Jr. - new album!!!

Homer loves the blues.  And because he loves the blues, he loves Gary Clark Jr.  His new album is being featured right now at NPR.  They're streaming the whole thing.  Take a listen dudes.

Charles Haley - big congrats

A special congratulations to five time Super Bowl winner Charles Haley for his induction into the NFL Hall of Fame.  Son of Campbell County, VA, he was a four year starter at James Madison University before playing for the 49ers and the Cowboys.  Charles, job well done.  We at Dude Weekend salute you!

Like a phoenix....FROM THE FLAMES!!!!!

Oh no you didn't.  Oh yes I did.