A night on the town. Florida April 23

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Kissimmee Old Town, not really a town as such, but an evening of strolling, eating and drinking with my gang and Ann's family, who had flown down for a few days to visit. (that's my son, not me)

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It was a quiet night, not many folks here, far more popular on Wednesdays and Saturdays when there are regular classic car cruises.

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So let's cruise down to a burger bar and get some proper food.

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Nope, maybe later a litle snacklet before bed.

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A&W All American Food. YEEEEEEE HAAAAAW. has been in operation far longer than Ronald, the God of Burgers by a good 20 years.

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They see it run as a franchise business where you can become a franchisee for as little as $276k to a whopping $1.4million (+real estate costs). The Corporate fat cats get rich on the backs of the minions toiling endlessly, no easy get rich schemes here boy, move along.

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But my good god all mighty the burgers are fucking awesome and the chilli cheese fries? Ambrosia. Please Mr.A&W, come to the UK. let me feast as like never before.

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Son did make a daft suggestion that while the ladies went shopping we indulged in some of the more beastly rides.

"Not unless we want people below us to be wearing a shed load of A&W upchuck" said I.

Mooching at the wares on display it was then

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So from one touristic shop to another, chucklesome t shirts and seriously tie dyed stuff, is it making a come back man loon pants and flowers in their hair, got to love a hippy chick.

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I mean seriously? Who comes all this way to se a mouse and goes home with a Buddha?

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Aimed at the tourist market at tourist prices

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The only shop, the only god forsaken shop I wanted to visit... was closed. I've never been lucky

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Definite kerb appeal when they cant change a couple of bulbs

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Sorry Ronald my heart now belongs elsewhere ( well for the time being anyways)

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Time to hit the road



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Been there but it was some time ago.. like 1989. They sold Bottles of Coke for 5c as a promotion.. that’s all I remember 😃

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Appears in 60s style, Oh man those hippies with tie-dyed clothing lots of slogans with dream catchers everywhere.

Have not seen a root beer float in years, will have to look to make my own, like the original flavour!

!BEER

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never tried a root beer float, it doesnt sound appealing! is it similar to ginger beer? In which case YUMMY!

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Seldom get root beer here anymore, children loved it, tasted like Wicks bubblegum if I remember correctly, ginger beer I do not drink, my Mom made homemade which was not for me.

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dark rum and ginger beer is really nice, except for the heartburn in the middle of the night!

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There's nothing quite like savoring mouthwatering burgers and indulging in the scrumptious goodness of chilli cheese fries. Your enthusiasm for these delectable treats is contagious, and I can't wait to join you in the celebration of great food. Keep enjoying those amazing flavors and sharing your food adventures with us!

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hey @silviared945 thanks for stopping by and enjoying my burger and fries lol. I shall do my best to entertain you !

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Hahaha what a place, I only been there during the week at day time once. Most shops were closed.
This looks so different.
Thanks for sharing, have a nice Monday 👋🏻

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cheers @littlebee4 , years ago I went when the car show is on,,, way to packed with people. This was kind of spot on tbh

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I can imagine… too many people is no fun.
Have a great day 👋🏻😊

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Not so sure about a great day, busy laying a new patio, heavy lifting if the rain stays away

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Oh my… don’t overdo it.
I did with the tiling of my in-laws livingroom. Got me 2 nerves trapped in the spine. One is still acting up. Seems like we are getting older and can’t do what we used to do hahaha 🤣
Let’s hope the rain stays away.

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Ouch!!!!
Well no rain and maybe a few hours to finish, work an hour rest an hour !!

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Good, sounds you are close to finishing.
Hope all went well.

I posted today about our rental adventures when I arrived in Ireland 🤓

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I shall be dropping in today then!

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Your pictures have convinced me to want to visit these places too, I have never been overseas before, ie from Europe.

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spread your wings and fly ! the world is a small place

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You're absolutely right, but in order to do this I also need quite a lot of financial support, which I don't have at the moment, hehe.

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So quintessentially american - referring to the burger, cola and root beer photo. You are so funny - I am chuckling whilst reading. Loved the t-shirts, the bulb comment. 😆 Loved all the photos.

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cheers @momogrow I am glad you like my style and my efforts on here. Always a pleasure to see you drop in

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Aww you are welcome. Your photos and humor keeps me coming back.

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