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Gift Shopping in the Most Unlikely Place

I’ve complained about furniture shopping in Austin before as I don’t feel the city has enough variety at the higher-end of the spectrum. The tried and true place of choice…

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4:21 AM
Desserts and Pastries, Dining, Entertainment, Lifestyle

After Dinner Coffee That Impresses

Blown away. That’s my only comment about Gemelli in East Austin (East 6th and Waller-ish). The hazelnut gelato was scrumptious and the Amaro amazing. I felt like I was in a…

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4:58 AM
Desserts and Pastries, Dining, Entertainment, Lifestyle

I Can’t See a Thing!

People are always looking for new and unique experience no matter what city they live in. I’ve heard about the blind experience in cities like New York or L.A., but…

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4:27 PM
Automotive

Mangifting

Not sure what to get your dad or buddy for Christmas? Think outside of the gift box and consider something more utilitarian. Topping my list is a flexible bit extender.…

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3:31 PM
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An Awesome Blog Page: Don’t Ever Say You’re Bored!

Things To Do In Austin Texas    

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  • Shoe Sense

    I recently watched a YouTube video and the “influencer” recommended that men should own about six pairs of shoes. I kind of snickered at that one. I’m not even going to say how…

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  • Is ‘old school’ making a comeback, or are we just tired of shock and awe?

    The 2026 Ralph Lauren Spring collection is out and it appears tome that they’re harkening to classic with a twist, but not excess. I can’t help but to ponder if it is a…

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  • Stories from the Crowd: Morons at the Pump — Don’t Let It Be You!

    by Judy Card The story depicted here is based on a true situation that evolved on a typical summer Sunday at Georgetown Airport. A few facts have been altered to protect the guilty;…

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  • Stories from the Crowd: Eight Days of Confusion

    by Diana Freeman December 06, 2005, This entry was provided by a friend, Diana Freeman. It is an narrative poem written by her son as a school assignment. The poem depicts the emotional…

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  • Stories from the Crowd: The Boy With The Pink Jeep

    by Scott Ballew “I’ve seen firsthand the terrible consequences of drug abuse. My heart is with all who suffer from addiction and the terrible consequences for their families.”-Columba Bush “But I will say…

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  • Stories from the Crowd: Bound for India

    A short Jacinta story dedicated to ‘Mikey’ It was thrilling to hear the applause as I introduced the band to more than 5000 Robbie Williams fans. We were the opening act for his…

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  • Stories from the Crowd: Putting The Fun In Funeral

    by Angela De Los Santos Two days ago this Christmas was looking damn good. Mom’s suicide attempt a failure, she was happily and safely encamped at our favorite inpatient rehab hospital. Jail time…

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