It's just not for sitting on......

Debbie · 01-03-2008, 10:49 AM

Wis. town holds annual 'Toilet Bowl'
The Associated Press
Article Last Updated: 01/02/2008 09:14:20 PM CST

HUSTISFORD, Wis.—It might lack the pomp and pageantry of the Rose Bowl, but for some residents of this small community northwest of Milwaukee, their annual "Toilet Bowl" is the biggest game of the year.
"This is the biggest thing in Hustisford," said Phil Nehls, one of the event's founders. It was held Tuesday for the 43rd time.

Begun as a pickup game of tackle football among friends to work off their New Year's hangovers, the event has grown into a fundraiser for the local fire department.

As they presided over Tuesday's parade, King Justin Perschke and Queen Bobbi Niemuth ducked toilet paper rolls lobbed at them along the route by spectators.

An ancient John Deere tractor with toilet paper draped on it dragged a case of beer along the route. And several Green Bay Packers fans painted their shaven heads to look like the team's helmets.

"We come early to get front-row seats," said Patty Herbst of Germantown, who took her two young grandchildren to watch the parade.

The crowd eventually made its way to Fireman's Park, where two teams played football on a snow-covered field without benefit of helmets or pads.

Randy Peplinski scored the winning touchdown for the blue team, but not before nearly losing his pants in an earlier tackle.

glyn · 01-03-2008, 12:57 PM

And to think that there are those who claim America lacks culture!

Skull6 · 01-03-2008, 14:01 PM

Hey, we can make our own fun over here,

similar to you Brits "enticing" us foreigners into trying Haggis for the first time--just to see the looks on our faces as we do so.

Debbie · 01-03-2008, 14:22 PM

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Originally Posted by glyn

And to think that there are those who claim America lacks culture!

Wisconsin seeks a less cheesy image
By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press Writer
Article Last Updated: 01/03/2008 05:18:19 AM CST

MADISON, Wis.—America's Dairyland wants you to know it's not just full of cheeseheads—and it's taking the mission seriously.
State lawmakers and the Department of Tourism are trying to come up with a new "brand" to explain why they think Wisconsin is a good place to visit, live and do business.

"We are the Green Bay Packers. We are a great agricultural state. We are America's Dairyland," said Rep. Steve Wieckert, a Republican from Appleton. "But we are more than that."

Said Linda Gorchels, a marketing expert at the University of Wisconsin-Madison: "There are certain stereotypes that people have about Wisconsin, and it's very, very difficult to change those stereotypes. Nothing is going to happen very quickly."

Past slogans used in advertising campaigns have included "Wisconsin, life's so good." The state quarter includes a cow, a piece of cheese and corn. A state program allows companies to market under the slogan "Something Special From Wisconsin."

glyn · 01-03-2008, 14:38 PM

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Originally Posted by Skull6

Hey, we can make our own fun over here,

similar to you Brits "enticing" us foreigners into trying Haggis for the first time--just to see the looks on our faces as we do so.

No, dear heart, I am not that cruel!

When I become Emperor I will ban them!

**TopHatter** · 01-03-2008, 14:43 PM

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Originally Posted by glyn

And to think that there are those who claim America lacks culture!

Glyn, that's Wisconsin they're talking about.

Frankly the rest of country looks at them with a mixture of curiousity and confusion.

(I say this not just because I grew up in Illinois)

Gun Grape · 01-03-2008, 18:28 PM

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Originally Posted by Debbie

Wisconsin seeks a less cheesy image
By RYAN J. FOLEY Associated Press Writer
Article Last Updated: 01/03/2008 05:18:19 AM CST

Past slogans used in advertising campaigns have included "Wisconsin, life's so good." The state quarter includes a cow, a piece of cheese and corn. A state program allows companies to market under the slogan "Something Special From Wisconsin."

Summed up: "It ain't easy, being cheesy"

gunnut · 01-04-2008, 02:51 AM

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Originally Posted by Gun Grape

Summed up: "It ain't easy, being cheesy"

Don't make me whip out my cheesehead.

Debbie · 01-04-2008, 11:42 AM

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Originally Posted by gunnut

Don't make me whip out my cheesehead.

Ahem..........

gunnut · 01-04-2008, 17:45 PM

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Originally Posted by Debbie

Ahem..........

Make me whip out my cheesehead why don't you...

dave lukins · 01-04-2008, 19:47 PM

Mmm that looks tasty, but what is that orange concoction on the left

Debbie · 01-05-2008, 01:00 AM

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Originally Posted by gunnut

Make me whip out my cheesehead why don't you...

I had all sorts or retorts for this until I realized you had posted a picture

tankie · 01-05-2008, 01:16 AM

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Originally Posted by Debbie

I had all sorts or retorts for this until I realized you had posted a picture

Yukkkkkk , Deb go scrub your dirty mind

Southie · 01-05-2008, 09:18 AM

Some of the toilets in Korea are not just for sitting either!

Don't try this when drunk though!!

gunnut · 01-08-2008, 00:32 AM

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Originally Posted by Southie

Some of the toilets in Korea are not just for sitting either!

Don't try this when drunk though!!

Done that in a river boat in China

Not drunk, but using the sqwatting toilet.

01-03-2008, 10:49 AM	#1 (permalink)
Debbie WAB Cautioner of Poo *Senior Contributor* Join Date: 11-20-06 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,455 Country:	It's just not for sitting on...... Wis. town holds annual 'Toilet Bowl' The Associated Press Article Last Updated: 01/02/2008 09:14:20 PM CST HUSTISFORD, Wis.—It might lack the pomp and pageantry of the Rose Bowl, but for some residents of this small community northwest of Milwaukee, their annual "Toilet Bowl" is the biggest game of the year. "This is the biggest thing in Hustisford," said Phil Nehls, one of the event's founders. It was held Tuesday for the 43rd time. Begun as a pickup game of tackle football among friends to work off their New Year's hangovers, the event has grown into a fundraiser for the local fire department. As they presided over Tuesday's parade, King Justin Perschke and Queen Bobbi Niemuth ducked toilet paper rolls lobbed at them along the route by spectators. An ancient John Deere tractor with toilet paper draped on it dragged a case of beer along the route. And several Green Bay Packers fans painted their shaven heads to look like the team's helmets. "We come early to get front-row seats," said Patty Herbst of Germantown, who took her two young grandchildren to watch the parade. The crowd eventually made its way to Fireman's Park, where two teams played football on a snow-covered field without benefit of helmets or pads. Randy Peplinski scored the winning touchdown for the blue team, but not before nearly losing his pants in an earlier tackle. __________________ But when the night is falling and you cannot find the light, if you feel your dream is dying - hold tight, you've got the music in you..... New Radicals

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