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My son is going into his 3rd year playing for Valley. From what I understand, VFCA is only in it's 7th year of existence. We rival Puyallup, who's been around for 25+ years. We like Valley...
My son is going into his 3rd year playing for Valley. From what I understand, VFCA is only in it's 7th year of existence. We rival Puyallup, who's been around for 25+ years. We like Valley because it is smaller, and more family oriented. Everyone is like one big family. All the coaches know all the kids, and all the parents know other parents. We are very glad that we chose Valley over Puyallup for our son to play for. Granted, Puyallup has beaten us in the championships the past few years, but winning isn't everything. I would recommend anyone to enroll their son with Valley. Not only will he learn how to play football, but he will also develop important life experiences that will help him when he's older. And by the way...if you go to the website, you'll see a picture on my son on the homepage. He's the ball carrier (#44), and this was during a game against Puyallup last year. :)
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Everyone always dreads taking their car to the dealer for repairs and maintenance. After all, they usually are more expensive, right? Well, at Korum Ford, I can tell you that they are honest to...
Everyone always dreads taking their car to the dealer for repairs and maintenance. After all, they usually are more expensive, right? Well, at Korum Ford, I can tell you that they are honest to goodness good people. They tell you like it is and don't try and sell you extra services. We've taken our van here a few times for work that was covered under our Ford ESP. Each time the work was efficient, quick, and of good quality. I wouldn't hesitate, at all, to take my vehicles here for service. It sounds cheesy, but they treat you like family!
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Thereโs not much to say about Tullyโs. But, itโs a nice little coffee shop with a lot of variety. Granted, it doesnโt cover the market as widely as the national chain does here, but itโs a nice...
Thereโs not much to say about Tullyโs. But, itโs a nice little coffee shop with a lot of variety. Granted, it doesnโt cover the market as widely as the national chain does here, but itโs a nice break from the same oleโ, same oleโ. The staff is friendly and knowledgeable, and can make a mean Latte Macchiato. Try them sometime, you wonโt be disappointed.
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I walked into Grampa's, saw the floor, and just about turned around dead in my tracks. The floor was dirty with peanut shells (although I didn't know that's what was on the floor at the time), and...
I walked into Grampa's, saw the floor, and just about turned around dead in my tracks. The floor was dirty with peanut shells (although I didn't know that's what was on the floor at the time), and the restaurant just didn't seem well kept. However, I decided to give it a try after some convincing from the group I was with. The staff seemed to fit the environment with their appearance, and I began to feel even more uncomfortable. After he waitress brought out our beers, we went through the ordering process. I started to relax a little more, as I found out where the dirt on the floor was coming from. I soon found out that customers chewed on peanuts and threw the shells on the ground. The restaurant actually encouraged this. Soon, I was having a fun time. I ordered catfish, and I couldn't believe how good it was. Good thing it was all you can eat because I filled up after 2 servings. The plates are HUGE and full of food. Great food, awesome price, and a little fun too!
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We've been to Mount Vernon twice. Once, as a family, and the second time to show our relatives that were visiting from out of town. I think this is a historical site that you can keep going back...
We've been to Mount Vernon twice. Once, as a family, and the second time to show our relatives that were visiting from out of town. I think this is a historical site that you can keep going back to see and still learn something new. The grounds are absolutely beautiful, and the house is spectacular with it's appearance still as it was in the 1700's. As you tour the home you will have guides that will tell you different stories as you enter each room. These tales are very educational, as well as interesting. After the home tour, you can freely roam the grounds and visit the outside facilities and gardens. I think you can pay extra to get a personal tour of the grounds, but we chose to do it on our own. It is truly amazing to see how people lived in colonial times. Make sure you go on a relatively cool day, for Washington weather is brutal in the summer time. There are some steep hills to climb, so be prepared for a struggle with baby strollers. Strollers are also not allowed into the home.
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This is a place that I grew up on also. There is the lake, of course, but also a playground for the kids, picnic tables, and a nature trail that goes around the lake. On any given day, you will...
This is a place that I grew up on also. There is the lake, of course, but also a playground for the kids, picnic tables, and a nature trail that goes around the lake. On any given day, you will see someone with a fishing pole set up trying the reel one in. You will also find a lot of people walking and biking around the lake on the nature trail. It's pretty big...so be prepared to complete it once you start. There's no turning around! :) And of course the kids will love the playground. This is a nice little retreat away from the city, and you don't have to drive far. If you are tired of being surrounded by buildings, cars, people, and smog...head over here for a nice little respite one afternoon!
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Went to the Outdoor Connection paintball range during some free time on trip to Alabama. The staff was very helpfull and knowledgeable. We had a group of about 45 people and they were able to...
Went to the Outdoor Connection paintball range during some free time on trip to Alabama. The staff was very helpfull and knowledgeable. We had a group of about 45 people and they were able to facilitate all of us. The price for this trip was great...$20 for a box of paintballs, gun and range rental. The staff gave everyone enough time to enjoy themselves at this range. Though they had no meals available, they did have a few drinks available for sale. This proved to be a precious comodity as the day wore on. All in all, it was a great time!
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We've been eating at Three Brothers for many, many years. They've through the past 20+ years, they've slowly expanded to (I think) 10 or so restaurants in Maryland. Being that I grew up in MD, my...
We've been eating at Three Brothers for many, many years. They've through the past 20+ years, they've slowly expanded to (I think) 10 or so restaurants in Maryland. Being that I grew up in MD, my family has had a lot of experience with their pizzas. We are a pizza family, and if there's a pizza shop out there, we've tried it. 3 Brother's pizza is GOOD! Authentic Italian flavoring makes it a step above the national chains. If you want real Italian pizza, give these guys a call. They're not as good as Uncle Vito's in San Francisco (see my review of them), but they rank up there. We've never personally eaten in the restaurant, we always order take out...so I can't review the restaurant atmosphere. To me, it looks kinda like a deli, so I'm not too sure how inviting it is. But, order your pizza to go, eat it at home, and you will be very pleased!!
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Andria's
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6805 Old Collinsville Road
O Fallon, Illinois 62269
(618) 632-4866
Andria's restaurant was very welcoming and interesting all in one. The food was a little spendy, I thought, but when it came out from the kitchen and we began to eat, I quickly found it was well...
Andria's restaurant was very welcoming and interesting all in one. The food was a little spendy, I thought, but when it came out from the kitchen and we began to eat, I quickly found it was well worth the price. I had researched the menu online in preparation of my trip there and was really looking forward to having the swordfish. But, when our group began to order, I learned that they were out of it that day. I was disappointed but ended up having the Filet Mignon instead. It was cooked to order (medium well) and was flavorful, tender, and juicy. No need for steak sauce here! The staff was very efficient and courteous. The appearance of the restaurant itself was that of the 1920's. Very fun atmosphere and good food made for a great visit.
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If you are in the mood for bowling, this place will fit the bill. Be prepared to walk by a casino first! I've never been in a casino (I know....shame, shame), so I was kinda surprised that it was...
If you are in the mood for bowling, this place will fit the bill. Be prepared to walk by a casino first! I've never been in a casino (I know....shame, shame), so I was kinda surprised that it was a casino and bowling alley in one. Of course curiousity had gotten the kids, so they were sneaking peeks through the doors of the casino. Too funny. But, all in all, this was a nice little bowling alley. Of course it has a snack bar, and also an arcade room. It doesn't have many lanes, maybe 20?? So, I imagine it could get quite busy on a weekend evening.
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