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Day: March 31, 2016

Memo’s Family Restaurant – Meat-n-3.5

Posted on March 31, 2016March 31, 2016 By Tom No Comments on Memo’s Family Restaurant – Meat-n-3.5
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Memos

While out and about exploring all of the Wilson’s locations the other day I found myself in the Pleasantburg Shopping Center around lunch time. I had spotted Memo’s Family Restaurant, and decided to give it a try.

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Dime Store Memories

Posted on March 31, 2016 By Tom 5 Comments on Dime Store Memories
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Wilsons-1

The forecast predicted good winds, so I decided I’d take my kites out to Legacy Park. Since the winds were supposed to peak a bit after noon I packed a lunch, then sent out a general Facebook invitation for anyone that wanted to join me. I wasn’t sure who might decide to spend lunch with kites, so I knew I’d need to make sure all of my gear was in good order. That meant string, spars, and perhaps a couple more inexpensive kites for kids the might come along. In the past I’ve had success finding these things at Wilson’s 5 cents and $1, so that’s where I headed. Every time I visit, I’m unprepared for the flood of memories that wash over me when I step through the door.

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