Guitars, Sports, and Food: A Match Made in Heaven!
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Hi WA Friends, Fellow Rockers, and Football Fans!
Guess what? Today, we've hit the fun jackpot because it's not just any regular Sunday. Did you know that Super Bowl Sunday is also National Guitar Day??!!
It's like throwing a rock concert in the middle of a touchdown dance! Haha
A Little History (courtesy of ChatGPT)
National Guitar Day, celebrated on February 11th each year, is dedicated to celebrating one of the world's most popular and versatile musical instruments - the guitar!
It honors various aspects of the guitar's culture, music, and arts and serves a commercial purpose for retailers across the country. If you're looking for a great deal on a guitar and related equipment, then put down your Super Bowl snack because today's the day to make it happen!
From classical and flamenco to rock and jazz, the guitar has been a pivotal instrument in shaping musical landscapes around the globe.
The Super Bowl, on the other hand, dates back to the 1960s. It is the annual championship game of the National Football League (NFL) and represents the culmination of the NFL season.
The first Super Bowl was played on January 15, 1967, as part of a merger agreement between the NFL and its then-rival league, the American Football League (AFL). The game was initially called the "AFL-NFL World Championship Game" but was later nicknamed "Super Bowl" by Lamar Hunt, the owner of the Kansas City Chiefs, allegedly inspired by his children's toy, the Super Ball. The name "Super Bowl" became official starting with the third annual game in 1969.
"Amping Up" Your Super Bowl Bash (pun intended)
Wondering how to sneak in some guitar fun without missing a play? Easy! It's a perfect day to grab a guitar or whatever instrument you play and jam out during the half-time show! How about a little game of 'name that tune' with guitar riffs of famous sports anthems? You could even challenge your family and friends to a friendly "Guitar Hero" competition. It's all about blending the thrill of the game with our love for music. Mixing these two events is pure genius!
Feast Like a Rockstar
Let's talk snacks because what's a Super Bowl party without mouth-watering munchies? Plan on laying out the usual suspects - think sizzling wings, gooey nachos, and all the dips you can dream of. But let's add a twist for National Guitar Day: how about guitar-shaped snacks or a cake that looks like a six-string?
My Italian family has a crazy Super Bowl party with enough food to gag a maggot and hollering to make you deaf! Of course, between all the classic football snacks, you'll find a lasagna and a pizza or two! Haha
The Ultimate Sunday Funday
Whether you're all about the game, the music, or a bit of both, today's about having a blast and making memories.
So, here's to a day filled with jaw-dropping plays and tunes! It's time to Rock the game, the guitar, and the food! ⚡️ 🥨🍺
Tell me about your musical plans in the comments, and may the best team win! 😎
Frank 🤘🎸
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What a great read this post is, Frank. your food menu is mouthwatering. Save some for me. I've been listening to Iggy Pop tonight.
Enjoy the game, I'll be watching here in Blighty.
Bux
Thanks, Bux! 🙏
That’s just a brief summary of what we consume at our family Super Bowl party! Lol
Iggy Rocks! 🤘
Have fun, 😂🏈
Frank 🎸
Brief summary - that’s belly bursting already. I hope there’s plenty of beer to wash it down.
I think we have the same attitude to music, Frank.
Tight strings
Bux
Yeah but it’s an Army of Italians,” Bux; 30 to 40, with family coming in from out of state, too. 😎
You like all the good stuff in music! 👍👍
Frank 🎸
Hey Frank,
Great idea.....a guitar shaped cake or snacks!
We're vacationing in Cabo, so no guitar for me today, but I'll be thinking guitar! But I may get up and do a song with a local band here.
Enjoy both National Guitar Day and Superbowl Sunday!
Tim
Hi Tim
I thought so, too! My wife makes me guitar-shaped cakes for my birthday. Haha
“Thinking” guitar definitely counts! Lol 👍👍🎶
Have all the fun you can Rocking Cabo! 🤘⚡️🥳🎈🎉👯🍹
Frank 🎸
Thanks for sharing, Frank. It's the first time I've heard about National Glitter Day. Have fun!
You’re welcome, Jim, and it’s National GUITAR Day. Lol 😎
The fun is in progress! 👍👍🥳
Frank 🤘🎸
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Love it, Frank!
I didn't have the time to play guitar--too much food, friends, and excitement!
If I had been at home--maybe, but I wasn't!
Jeff🏈😎🤘🎸🍺🍺🍕🍗🥩🥗
Thanks, Jeff! 🙏
This post was custom-made for you, so I knew you'd love it. Lol
Your Chiefs pulled off the win at the last minute in OT! I'm sure you're very happy and had a blast last night, too! 😎
Yeah, I ate way too much, as usual, but it's all part of the "Super Bowl Experience," right? 🍕 🏈 🍻
Rock On! 🤘
Frank 🎸
Yes, indeed, Frank! I plan to do a short post on that before my normal daily post!
I ate way too much, as well!
Jeff🏈🍺🤘🎸
That's the spirit, Jeff!
I had a piece of toast for breakfast and that was it. All that crazy food, which I've been snacking on since Friday. A small price to pay for all that family fun, Jeff. Lol 🤣,
I'll be on the lookout for your Super Bowl Party Extravaganza post! 👍👍😎
Keep On Rockin'! 🤘⚡️🤘
Frank 🎸
Haha, Frank. I have not eaten a thing today........yet!
I am working on that post right now. It will mainly be images though!
Have a Rocking Monday!
Jeff🏈😎🤘🎸
"A picture is worth a thousand words," Jeff! 👍👍😎
Rock On! 🤘🏈⚡️
Frank 🎸
I just put the additional post up, Frank!
Jeff🤘🏈🎸
Thanks, Jeff! 👍
Looking forward to reading it! 😎
Frank 🤘🏈🎸
When you get time, Frank!
The day has gotten busy for me already!
See you on the other side!
Jeff🤘😎🎸
Ok, Jeff. Sounds good! 👍😎
Frank 🤘🎸
We all have those days, Frank!
Jeff🤘🎸