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Barcelona Spain! — A Frugal Father, A Pregnant Wife, and a 1500 Dollar Budget.
At the time, I was a father of 2, with one on the way. I was stationed in Rota, Spain, and I figured that the opportunity to visit famed European cities (at a reasonable cost), might not present itself later in life—especially if I kept making babies. Thus, to my pregnant wife’s dismay (and excitement)…
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Strike After Dark RnB Bowling—The Alley at Southshore; A Rebel X Review
There’s plenty for us to do in Riverview, FL, you just have to know where to look. And if you love to bowl, RnB music, or both, then I have the perfect outing for you— “Strike After Dark” RnB at the Southshore Alley! The event takes place every first and third Thursday at The Alley…
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JJs Apollo Beach Saturday Night
It’s hard to find decent Afro-eccentric nightlife in the Tampa Bay area, outside of Ybor City or SOHO. So when a google search revealed an RnB night at this nearby sportsbar, I had to stop in and check them out. Atmosphere Aesthetically, there’s nothing really to rave about when it comes to JJ’s. To describe…
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Planting an Entire Cherry Tomato to See if it Produces a New Crop—a Running Experiment.
April 15 My son and I dug about 30 holes and placed store-bought cherry tomatoes in each hole and covered. Some tomatoes were squished prior to planting, others were planted as is. We have a sprinkler that waters the garden every morning at about 4 am for 10 minutes, so we didn’t water immediately after…
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A Rebel Xplorer Venue Review—Gaspar’s Grotto (Ybor City) Saturday Night
A rough week at work and the reunion of friends landed me in this restaurant/bar/lounge. Here are some of my thoughts after a Saturday night party! Aesthetic: Gaspar’s Grotto is deceptively huge. From the outside it appears to be a typical dive bar with an outside patio for smokers. But inside I was surprised to…
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Dubai for the Frugal Father: A Budget-friendly Family Adventure
Dubai—known for its luxurious hotels and otherwordly excursions, might seem out of reach for the average working-class father. However, having traveled there several times, I’ve learned that with smart planning, anyone can enjoy an exciting yet affordable family vacation in this world renowned oasis. Here’s a six-day itinerary packed with cultural gems, thrilling desert adventures,…