A word from our sponsors...

As I prepare to leave for Champagne on Air France (who is offering some great fares right now), I just wanted to take a moment to ask you to visit my sponsors when possible.  Like everyone else, I need to make a living and money from this blog goes into my ability to write more blog posts.  I wouldn't ask anyone to do anything I wouldn't so I'm trying to fill with sponsors that are worthy and useful to me and, hopefully, to my readers...

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And speaking of spirits, ... If you haven't tried Voli Vodka, you should. It's low calorie, electrolyte-induced and delicious!

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