Random Foods To Try

Hello all! I hope you are having a relaxing weekend, I'm up to my eyes in homework! I'm still on the hunt for free stuff but I have some recommendations for you in the meantime. Everyone is always looking for the yummiest foods, and I'm in the mood to procrastinate, so I figured I'd let you in on some of my own favorites.

Jack In The Box has the best smoothies ever! My personal favorite is the tropical smoothie, but they have a few more flavors as well. I actually mentioned them in a previous blog, you can find it by typing smoothie in the search bar at the top of the page. Their jumbo jacks are pretty good too.



Sonic has the yummiest grilled cheese sandwiches on the planet. I know that's not something most people go out and buy, but it's one of my favorite foods. Plus I can't cook it to save my life. Pitiful yes, but I always burn the bread and can never get the right amount of cheese. With Sonic, assuming it's made correctly, the bread is lightly buttered and very fluffy, with the perfect amount of cheese. Plus it's the only place you can get grilled cheese for under $2. :D



Great Value's Chicken, Bacon, & Ranch Sauce Pizza is a good choice. It's found only at Walmart as far as I know. It's their off brand pizza, and holy frick, it's fantastic, even the crust is fluffy and great. It's a good size, and you can get it for less than $5.


All of Dunkin Donuts' sweets are wonderful. The donuts of course, are the best part. For those of you that have a sweet tooth, I'd recommend the chocolate and vanilla kreme, they're sweet and super satisfying.


I've mentioned The Beef House in a previous blog, with good reason. I might've mentioned this particular dish before, but it's worth a double take. Every Saturday, the special is blackberry cobbler. It's very yummy, expecially with ice cream. It's not too sweet or to tart, it's the perfect mix.



Napoli's has some fantabulous stuffed mushrooms. And here's the funny part, I actually hate mushrooms! But stuffed mushrooms are just so good I can't help but love them. Napoli's is a family owned restaurant that serves italian food. You also get free hot bread while you wait for your meal. it's a great place to take your family or a date without breaking the bank.




Farm Rich brand cheese sticks are the best cheese sticks evaaaa! I discovered them while working concessions a few years ago. I'm not sure what exactly goes into them(aside from the obvious) but there's an extra wallop of flavor that I love. Now, don't cook them in the oven, the best way to have 'em if from the fryer. Hoh bebe, they're good.


I know it's been slow going with my blogs lately, sorry guys, life happens. I will keep them coming, it's just not going to be super fast until my homework gets done. If you guys know of any free activities or promotions, seriously, let me know! You can find me at www.myspace.com/thedailykricket

Enjoy!


Here's my weekly recommendations:

Movie: okay, it's technically a comedy routine, but if you're having a crappy day, it is the oh-so-perfect way to cheer yourself up. His name is Gabriel Iglesias, and he is hilarious. I like it because he can make me laugh without dropping f bombs every five seconds. It's called Hot And Fluffy. If you want to see some clips of his stuff, look him up on youtube. You won't be sorry.

Youtube video: Look up "The Mean Kitty Song." It's silly, but randomly really catchy. You'll get a giggle out of it.

T.V. Show: The Nanny. It's old and it's awesome. You can see reruns on nick at night every night. It's a family show, but they weasel in plenty of jokes for adults.

Book: Sophie's World, by Jostein Gaardner. It's a book I had to read for philosophy and it's amazing. You learn a lot and it really makes you think. Also, if any of you go to El Centro, take Intro To Philosophy with Mr. Thames. He's absolutely phenomenal!

See The Pink Panther 2 For Free

Hello lovelies! I don't know about you guys, but I am LOVING this weather! And I know it has taken forever, but I finally found some blog worthy stuff for you guys. Friday, September 25th, Gale Fields Recreational Center is hosting their Lawn Chair Theater Movie in The Park activity.

Their movie choice is Pink Panther 2, perfect for a family to see together, or for a lighthearted date. It's a cute, silly comedy, perfect if you want a few giggles. And here's the fantastic part: it's free! The event will be hosted in front of the recreational center, just bring your own blankets or lawn chair. Now, courtesy of the weather, rain is a possibility, if that happens they will just move the event inside. They'll also have some snacks for sale, in case you want something to eat.

Location & Phone:
Gale Fields Recreational Center
1701 Dairy Road
Garland, Tx 75040
(972)205-3090


That's all for now, I'll have more for you soon. In the mean time, here's my weekly recommendations:
Movie: The proposal. It's still in theaters and it's hilarious. It's a romantic comedy, and a good one at that. I laughed so hard I fell out of my seat at one point.
Restaurant: Waffle house. It's perfect for people on a budget, and they have the best tasting biscuits on the planet!
Website: www.fmylife.com it's a site to spill your woes and vote on who has it worse. If you're having a day, it's a good way to brighten it. Some of them are quite comical too.
Book: All I Need Is You by Johanna Lindsey. It's a romance novel, not the raunchy kind, but the comical kind. It's definitely a good ride.

Enjoy!

Nifty Thrifty Places to Check Out

Hello lovelies! I hope you're all enjoying the weather, maybe we'll get lucky and it will last a while. Anyways, there's all sort of stores and restaurants in our area that rock but aren't very well known. Well, I'm going to fix that, at least a little bit. :D

First things first:








For those of you that don't know, Plato's Closet is awesome! It's a lightly used clothing store that caters to twenty-something years old. It's kind of like a thrift store, except all of the clothes are fashionable. The prices are great, I've found shirts for as low as $4! They have clothes for men and women, as well as some shoes and accessories. Everything is in pretty good shape and they have an awesome variety because the clothes come from all sorts of people. They have dressing rooms of course so you can model your finds.
And here's the extra perk: you can make some money! If you have any clothes, shoes, or accessories that you don't wear anymore, bring them in and they might give you money for them! Just don't bring in your old fifth grade clothes, it's supposed to be stuff that's not super out of style.
Location: 8430 Abrams Dallas, Tx 75243
Phone: (214)342-2204
check it out at www.platoscloset.com


Texas Thrift
Location: 1406 W Walnut St Garland, Tx 75042
Phone: (214)703-0454
Well, you guys know how thrift stores work. As for selection, this one is actually pretty good. They have clothes, books, furniture, and shoes for men, women, and children. Each clothing item is stickered with a different colored tag. Here's the special part: every Monday, they pick a random color tag, and every item with that color is on sale all day for $.99. Yay sales!



That One Snow Cone Place
Okay, forgive me on this one, normally I have better information, but I have no idea of the details of this place. There is a snow cone shop on Kingsley in Garland. The zip code is 75041. It's after you pass Saturn but before you get to Garland Avenue. It's a light neon blue building, you can't miss it! There's plenty of flavors. Ooh and get them with cream, it makes it extra yummy! I can't remember the exact prices(again, sorry, I fail), but they're somewhere around a buck. Go and try it!


The Beef House

Location: 3110 Saturn #103 Garland 75041, off of Saturn & Kingsley. It's across the street from the church, and right by that bright yellow mexican restaurant (What is up with all the neon businesses these days? Reminds me of my socks in 5th grade, bad fashion choice, don't ask)
Phone: (972)278-2833

Okay so this picture must have been taken a LONG time ago because I've lived here for 18 years, and I have never seen it look that bright. Either way, props to the photographer. This is definitely one of those little hole in the wall restaurants that you come to love. They have awesome prices and big plates of food. I recommend the cheese omelet and blackberry cobbler a la mode(Saturdays only). I've also heard that they have the best salads around.

They're open 24 hours a day and you can also call ahead and get something to go. It's a great little restaurant, you can find typos on the menu every so often, and their only non-smoking table is more of a standing joke that sits in the doorway unused.

I love this place, I grew up there. You get to know the waitstaff fast as well as the regulars. It's the one place where I can be loud and crude with my friends(not intentionally, we're just politically incorrect and blast a lot) and not get kicked out. Okay, I don't mean scream across the restaurant, but it's nice to have a place where you can chill with your friends anytime you want. And remember people, tip your waitresses!!!



That's all for now, enjoy!

oh and here's my recommendations for the week:
Movie- p.s. I love you. It's effin fabulous whether you're male or female.
Website- www.textsfromlastnight.com A guaranteed way to get you out of a crappy mood, it's hilarious.
Youtube Channel- shanedawsontv I got plenty of giggles from his video
Book- It's part of a juvenille fiction series by Tamora Pierce. The title is Alanna: The First Adventure.

Have a great night!

Crazy Fun At Speed Zone

Sorry it's taking so long to get a new blog, life's been insane. Today's Topic is Speed Zone in Dallas. One of you (thanks!) mentioned that it's a fun place to take a date, especially if you're both adrenaline junkies. They have all kinds of specials and deals going on, so many that I can't fit them all in one blog. So, to help you guys out, I'm adding in the link to their website so you guys can check out all the extra goodies: www.speedzone.com.

Now, in case you have no clue where there are, let me help: There's only one in Texas! And it's fairly close too, it's in Dallas.

Location:
11130 Malibu Drive
Dallas, TX 75229
Phone: (972) 247-RACE x7126
Fax: (972) 247-1581

Hours:
Sunday: 11a.m.-11p.m.
Mon-Thurs: 10a.m-11p.m.
Fri./Sat.: 10a.m.-2a.m.

Freaking Fabulous Deals:

• Fifteen Dollar Tuesdays! It seems like everyone has Tuesday discounts. Speed Zone is no different. All day Tuesdays, for $15, you get a wristband that lets you play unlimited video games & mini golf that you want. (not including redemption games). For $10 more, you get unlimited racing on Thunder Road. Throw in another $20 and you get unlimited racing on the Slick Track, Turbo Track, AND Fireball Coaster. If you need a fun place to take a date without totally breaking the bank, this is a good choice.
• After Dark Special! From 6-close every Sunday through Thursday, for $34.95, you get UNLIMITED racing! (Excludes Top Eliminator). And here's an extra perk- group pricing is available with advance reservations. So if you want to go with a mob of friends, call ahead of time!
• Special Date: Tuesday(yes again), August 25th, the Radio Disney band Push Play will be performing a very special acoustic show starting at 8p.m.. They will be signing autographs afterward. Get there early to enjoy the park, win prizes, and of course, to hear the great new band!
• For Regular Visitors: Get a season pass! The basic pass is $80 a person. The premium is $100. There's a whole page of details on their website if you want more info.

So as you can see, they have oodles of deals. If you have questions, their phone number is on the top part of this blog. As always, enjoy, and happy racing!

Target Zoofari Week

Okay, let's face it, Texas is a fiery abyss of heat. We spend most of our summers submerged in pools or praying for rain. Not counting this past week, rain isn't very likely, and unless you like looking like a wrinkled prune 24/7, you have to get out of the pool eventually! Sooo, what to do, what to do?

Get your butt to the Dallas Zoo! Now, unless you're in the mood for a heat stroke, I'd recommend going in the morning when it's cooler. Also, you should wear cool clothes, as in short sleeves and thinner materials so you can feel the breeze. I don't care if it's "dorky," wear sunscreen and a freaking hat! Looking like a boiled lobster is not sexy. Plus, they sell those awesome little fans that blast you with water so you don't keel over. Yay!

There's all kinds of attractions, as well as zillions of animals to go see. It's a fun place to take a date(bring extra cash though), or to go hang out with friends. It's summer time, have fun! Bring your cameras, there's all sorts of things to take pictures of, plus if I remember correctly, they have a petting zoo! It's fun! The zoo is also open everyday from 9-5, so you have plenty of time to browse.

Regular Prices:

• Adults(12-64): $10.00
• Children(3-11): $7.00
• Seniors(65+): $7.00
• free for kids under 2 & members of the Dallas Zoological Society

Extra Special Deals this week:

• From now through August 9th, thanks to Target, you can get in for half price! It's $5 for adults and only $3.50 for kids and seniors!
• There's also cheaper snacks in some parts of the zoo, but that part is while supplies last.

Parking:

• Parking is $5, but there's a cheaper way to go. Take the Dart Train! The Zoo is along the red line, but there is a midpoint where the blue and red line meet, so you can get there from just about anywhere.
• Here's the perk: you get an extra dollar off your admission if you show your dart ticket!

Regular deals:

• Every Monday and Tuesday, if you show your Dart pass, you get $3 off admission!

Go While you still can!


(These pictures are actually from my trip to the San Diego zoo but it's close enough)