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18May 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Show Notes-Episode #009

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I love reading books. And by books, I mean the physical, bound kind. The ones you can actually hold in your hand and turn the pages. My favorite place to find a good book is at the bookstore. But these days that has become a much harder thing to do. With more modern technology like e-readers, tablets and smart phones being used to download books, the brick and mortar bookstores have become almost obsolete. Borders and Walden books are gone already, and many Barnes and Noble stores have also closed. But I miss these stores. Large buildings with aisles and aisles of every type of book you can imagine. I'm not against using an e-reader and I actually have downloaded several e-books myself. But there is no substitution for being…
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11May 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Show Notes-Episode #008

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*This post contains an affiliate link, and I will be compensated if you make a purchase after clicking on my link. If there is one thing that I hate more than most anything, it's waiting in lines! It really doesn't matter what the line is for or where it is, either. I hate waiting at the grocery store. I hate waiting in traffic, I hate waiting on the phone! In this episode I get into detail about how much waiting in lines annoys me, and my special guest, Shea joins in! She feels the same way I do, and we have a good time telling you why! Although it seems that there are times when it is unavoidable, we still can't stand it! I'm sure you will be able to…
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11May 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Waiting In Lines #008

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If you hate waiting in lines as much as I do, then you will enjoy this episode. Listen in as my special guest, Shea, and I lament being forced to wait in lines, over and over again! If you missed any other episodes, you can find them here: https://statementsofopinion.com//episodes
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04May 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Show Notes-Episode #007

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When I park my car in a parking lot, it sometimes feels like I am encountering a minefield-one wrong move and boom! One way of navigating this successfully is by demonstrating good parking neighbor etiquette. In this episode I discuss what it means to be a good parking neighbor. Whether it is snowing or sunny, there are always issues that happen in the parking lot that can make your blood boil! But if we all took the time to demonstrate good etiquette by taking our neighbors in the lot into consideration, many fights, arguments, and tragedies good be avoided! Parking neighbor etiquette is easy to show and can go a long way in brightening someone's day. From cleaning off a spot to parking in the lines, there are many ways…
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27Apr 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Show Notes-Episode #006

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It has become more and more frustrating over the years to see our favorite foods shrink in size. Portions are smaller, the actual size of the food is amaller, and packages contain less and less. Yet the price stays the same or increases! In this episode I lament the state of affairs in the food world where a larege now seems to be a medium, a medium is a small and a small is infant sized! Yet we are asked to continue paying the same amount for these shrinking amounts of what used to be portions in abundance. I discuss some of my favorite brands like Pepperidge Farm, and McDonald's. Yes, even our favorite Mickie D's has gotten in the game of providing less for more. It's such a let…
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27Apr 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Going, Going, Gone! #006

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Have you noticed that nowadays we are getting less for more? Our foods and portion sizes are getting smaller, but the prices haven't changed! From burgers to potato chips, what used to provide us with a satisfying meal is going, going, gone! Join me in this episode as I lament the good old days when packages were full to the brim and you got what you paid for! Missed any episodes? Click here: https://statementsofopinion.com//episodes
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20Apr 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Not Just For Kids #005

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If you enjoy using Legos as much as I do, then you'll understand when I say that these are not just toys for little kids to play with. Legos have been around for decades and their popularity continues to rise. Listen in as I discuss my love of Legos and their place in the adult hobby world.
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20Apr 2021 by Francine Vasquez

Show Notes-Episode #005

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As an adult, I am not ashamed to say that I love Legos! They may be considered toys, but I can get hours of enjoyment putting them together just the same. Maybe that's the kid in me bursting out! Now, this is not a sponsored episode, I just love these bricks and wanted to let you know you are allowed to love them too! In this episode I talk about my Lego hobby, and the idea that adults can partake in Legomania without embarrassment. There are giant conventions that are attended each year by thousands of adults and children. For some, this has become a way to bond with family. The Lego industry has become super fancy, with architectural designs, many different themes, and competitions everywhere. It's an artform! Now…
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