Most lottery winners say something to the effect of “…the money won’t change me,” or “I’m still on a budget”. But what most lottery winners don’t anticipate is that though they may not change themselves, others may change them. And if there were no others to begin with, there will be soon enough. Abraham Shakespeare claims to have given the last three dollars in his wallet to a homeless man just minutes before his winning lottery numbers were called. On Thursday, his remains were excavated from a shallow grave under a concrete slab behind a rural Plant City building. This is a true story of envy, greed, murder, and circumstances that seem to be straight out of a Norman Mailer novel. This is the strange fate of Abraham Shakespeare.
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Good beer, bagpipes, and large men in kilts. That’s what was expected, anyway, of the 2010 Central Florida Scottish Highland Games.
Upon admission, the sight that presented itself was that of a common fairground: food, beverage, and novelty vendors strewn about a large field, wrapping around the various event areas.
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“WHERE SHOPPING CAN PROBABLY GET YOU LAID”For those not familiar with the company, Publix is easily the finest grocery store in the Southeast. Publix has locations in five states, most of which are in Florida (over 700 locations), and also most of which are teeming with crowds of attractive 18-40 year old women. I can liken it to the Wegman’s or Raley’s of the South, except without the apostrophes. Publix is famous for being a service and selection leader when it comes to supermarket and consumer goods, as can be seen by the numerous awards listed on their website. But aside from highlighting Publix’s propensity to suck its own collective dick, I have decided to step up to the mic and honor their admirable offerings by enlightening our readers of five great beers that most Publix locations carry, and more importantly, that you should routinely drink.
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Doe Deere is a model and fashionista from New York. In a recent interview she shares information about fashion trends and inspirations. The Brasky Society approves.Brasky Sweethearts do love unicorns, after all.What music artists do you currently overplay?Lady Gaga is always on my play list because I’m a huge fan.What is the last book you read?Masquerade by Kit Williams. It’s a beautifully illustrated vintage children’s book.Who are your favorite fashion designers and why?Anything whimsical & girly! Betsey Johnson, Luella Bartley, Erin Fetherston, The Blonds, Manoush.
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