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We ventured out of Lakeland this week. My wife loves Disney, so we went up to Disney Springs to meet some family for a date night out. I think I found where all the people were! We had to park at the grapefruit garage and walk over that high bridge. If you didn't know, I do not like heights or major crowds. Well, I survived and the rains scared most of the people away. Much better! π
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We did grab Earl of Sandwich for dinner! π I'm unsure if they're still closing up there or not, but I believe we need one down here in or near Lakeland, don't ya think?!
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This evening might have been the beginning of our Christmas shopping too π¬
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A Special Thank You to Our Private Sponsors
Some of the biggest hearts give quietly and today, we want to thank the incredible individuals who chose to sponsor a Little Cub privately.
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I thought we had our entire waitlist counted for, but it turns out that we still have 5 more children unaccounted for...
If you're able or know someone who may be interested, please hit that link below and sponsor a child for this Christmas season! We thank you dearly! π
βVampire Penguin isn't officially open yet, but I went by for both sneak peeks this past Friday and Saturday! This place is going to be so cool! Look at it!
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As I've said before, I try and not get my hopes up because I try so many things around town and the county.
It was recommended that I try their Strawberry Cheesecake shaved snow though...
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Wow! Not what I expected at all! It was like a 20/10!
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On Saturday, I returned and decided to be different and get the Mallow Melon... wait...
Wait for it...
Okay...
BAM! Just as good, if not better than the Strawberry Cheesecake!
I'm not even a big fan of marshmallows, but I ate every single one!
I can't wait for them to open, and it's already become one of my highly recommend places. Yes, I'm that confident in my decision.
You'll definitely hear from me again about this :) Yummy!
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