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Ollie’s Father’s Day Hidden Gift Finds (Budget Treasure Hunt)
For my family Father’s Day shopping doesn’t always have to start at big-box stores or expensive name brands. Sometimes the best gifts are hiding in the places people overlook. That’s exactly what makes Ollie’s Bargain Outlet such a fun stop during this season. Walking through the aisles feels like a treasure hunt. You never quite know what you’re going to find, but you know you’re going to find something useful, unexpected, or just different enough to become the perfect gift. Or something that you just can’t live without. While shopping there were gift sets tucked away that would work perfectly for dads who enjoy simple comforts. Home items that make…
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North Richland Hills Discovery Day: Food, Bookstores & Hidden Finds Along Davis Boulevard
The other day David and started the morning in Riverside, Texas then we headed toward North Richland Hills, Texas when David spotted cheap gas at our local Walmart Neighborhood Market. We topped off the tank and later made sure the car was fully filled so we were set for the week. By the time we headed further into North Richland Hills, it was still early, and our first stop—Troop’s Bookstore—wasn’t open yet. So instead of rushing, we took a slow drive down Davis Boulevard and just explored the area looking at all the new businesses that had opened up. Eventually, David surprised me by stopping at a small home-style restaurant…
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Tiny Foods, Big Smiles: Mini Finds That Turned Into the Cutest Father’s Day Gift Idea
Charlie and Bradley have been working about a week at the Airport and like there dad they love bringing home little gifts to surprise me with like David does. This time it isn’t snacks but all kinds of miniature bottles of condiments I can’t wait to try. Except I don’t want to open them. Which is why there are some days when something so small ends up bringing a much bigger smile than you ever expected. At first, when the boys brought the food in I didn’t think much of it. Just a few random things here and there. But now it’s turned into this little collection of miniature foods…
Living a simple lifestyle from the front porch
