Best Rocky Balboa Quote Ever

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Let me tell you something you already know…

The world ain’t all sunshine and rainbows.

It’s a very mean and nasty place, and I don’t care how tough you are, it will beat you to your knees and keep you there permanently if you let it.

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Let's see how this goes…

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So normally we have Monday off — but today Yeni and I packed up the truck with some cakes and headed to Lake County for a delivery.

On the way back to Gainesville, we stopped off at the Wing Stop in Ocala. The Wing Stop is a Hooters knock-off with very good wings. Wings so good that Yeni suggested we stop there.

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When people say its cold…

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When people say its cold in Florida I just smile.

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Silver dollars

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Looks like my silver dollar collection came in handy. 🙂

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BBQ time

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Who’s in the mood for barbecue?

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Jacksonville, Florida

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This bear has quite the life.

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Booker's

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Booker's Bourbon
Booker’s Bourbon

 

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The Rule of Law and Immigration

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Yeni

Recently, a bi-partisan group is attempting to create a “path to citizenship” for illegal immigrants. Many in our community (and country) support such a plan — I do not.

Of course I’m biased. I’ve spent tens of thousands of dollars on fees, wiped away more tears than one can count, and have had my motives questions all to follow the rule of law and have Yeni and I keep within the bounds of legal immigration.

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Muffin Man

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Chocolate Chocolate Chip Muffin

 

Yes, I know the muffin man. I know him very well.

Too well.

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RIP Macbook Pro

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I should have knocked on wood.

Just the other day, literally, I posted high praises about my laptop — how long I’ve used it, the amazing quality of the hardware, and even how it’s amazing life had made me start to dislike Apple.

This afternoon, I used my Macbook in a Dentist’s waiting room. This evening, she left us with the unacceptable blank screen of death.

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