Scott’s Picks

Book : Rules of Civility
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Did you know there actually is a book “The Young George Washington’s Rules of Civility & Decent Behavior in Company and Conversation” that people studied in the turn of the 19th century? The 110th rule states, “Labor to keep alive in your breast that little spark of celestial fire called conscience”. I love the brilliance, [...]

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Lakewood Auto Detail
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With winter setting upon us and all the construction on Abrams, it’s important to get any concrete and salt off your car as soon as possible if you don’t want it ruining your vehicle’s paint. The best way to do that is to just wash it all off, but heaven help you if you go [...]

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Agent : Ryan Booth
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Scott Carlson and Briggs Freeman Sotheby’s International Realty’s is proud and excited to welcome Multi-Million Dollar Producer Ryan Booth to their team. Previously with Ebby Halliday, Ryan gets total satisfaction in achieving client’s goals by being there every step of the way with buyers purchasing their dream home investment. He prides himself in identifying his [...]

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Movie : Wall Street 2 Money Never Sleeps
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I was riding my Ducati the other day and my friend who was following me in his car reminded me of my favorite scene in this movie. Part 2 of the Wall Street franchise film was releases in the fall 2010. Pretty cool, I purchased my bike in Spring of the same year. Random how [...]

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The secret Christmas chord
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Before the rock ’n’ roll era, popular songs had a lot more in common with jazz. Composers such as Ralph Blane (“Have Yourself a Merry Little Christmas,” 1943), Mel Tormé (“The Christmas Song,” commonly known as “Chestnuts Roasting on an Open Fire,” 1944), and Jule Styne (“Let It Snow! Let It Snow! Let It Snow!,” [...]

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Restaurant : Bullion
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I’m giving Bullion 5 Stars!!! A wonderful retreat and adventure into elegance, beauty and creativity. Bullion has an elevated level of taste, where all the senses come together and dance in ecstasy. Not since Caroline Rose Hunt’s “The Mansion Restaurant” has Dallas experienced such exquisite class and grace. Even the name has imagination and originality. [...]

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Comic Relief
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This silly, provocative and fun video showed up in my steam a few weeks ago. I have never laughed so hard and cried so much at the same time. For this is the Dating world Of the 2017 millennials. Pretty darn wild. Social Media and NOW! Do we live in a world of past experiences? [...]

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Restaurant : Gold Rush Cafe
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Underground breakfast and lunch in the Hood. You know a place is good when they don’t need a website or social media presence. Gold Rush has been open for 35 years and I don’t think the prices have gone up since. You’ll find diners of all age ranges. It’s breakfast at your mom’s kitchen. You [...]

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Joan Didion Documentary
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While the whole world devours Stranger Things 2, a brilliant documentary on writer and cultural icon, Joan Didion, may have flown under your radar. Streaming on Netflix, Joan Didion: The Center Will Not Hold is directed by the celebrated essayist’s nephew, Griffin Dunne, and charts her incredible life and career over more than 50 years. [...]

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The Best Art and Culture in Big D @ SMU
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Do you crave culture? Gail Sachson, cultural champion extraordinaire, will share an up-to-the-minute guide to Dallas’ best sites, sounds, and scenes. Whether you are a new arrival, or are simply looking for new ways to connect to our city, let Gail be your guide to discover Dallas’s “cultural capital.” SMU Continuing and Professional Education (SMU CAPE) makes [...]

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