A while back, we took a tour of a small part of the Babcock Ranch. Our tour guide referred to the cattle on the ranch as "cracker" cattle. She explained that, in the old days, the men herding the cattle did it mostly by using large leather whips. The cracking of these whips could be heard for long distances. People would remark, "Here come the crackers". Sue and I have found that this phrase is still heard in modern times, usually around 3:30 in local restaurants. I'll be here all week. Remember to tip your waiters and try the veal. Bada bing bada boom.
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