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I am Rick Robinson born and raised in Pensacola, FL. I have lived here the entire 29 years of my life. I have a wife and a daughter that just turned one. I have been the Vice President of Robinson X-Ray and Digital Imaging Co. for the last 3 years. I am currently

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Food & Drink > Restaurant Recommendations Who sells the best fast food?: 1 of 19
This debate has been raging since the inception of fast food. I consider myself a taste expert in fast food since that is all I ate for 6 years of college. All fast food companies think they're the best but as consumers we know the best isn't very good. Unless the name of that fast food restaurant is Chick-fil-A. Chick-fil-A... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Personal Morals & Values People are taking less personal responsibility for themselves today?: 9 of 75
Personal Responsibility. These are two words in America that everyone thinks they live by, but only a handful truly do. People don't take personal responsibility for their actions, they usually set the blame somewhere else. There is a reason in this country we have successful people and people who don't like those on top. Su... More..
Society & Lifestyle > Social Values & Norms Should prayer be allowed in public and/or private schools?: 8 of 53
Oh, the prayer debate! This question is more complicated and not for the reasons you might think. The question presented has three clearly different answers. Some may argue against any one, or all three of these reasons, but the United States first amendment states the facts clearly. 1) Yes "personal" prayer should be allowe... More..
Parenting & Pregnancy > Parenthood What new dads should know about being a father: 2 of 7
Becoming a father will be one of the most fulfilling times of your life. You are flooded with emotions from anxiety to pride. I've even felt emotions I never knew existed. Here are a few tips that new fathers should know before the baby comes home. #6. HELP MOM This is more important than I can stress. Not for her sake ... More..
Creative Writing > Poetry Poetry: Fast food: 7 of 24
A Light Night Stop Oh thank you Lord for I see the light, It looks like heaven for me tonight. I need to eat food to soak up this beer, I see the golden arches are growing near. It's so close I can taste that combo #4, But it only comes with 10 and I want 10 more! Supersized please with a fry and a drink, I'm... More..
Politics, News & Issues > Sports News & Opinion (Other) Are professional athletes overpaid?: 4 of 12
Are professional athletes paid too much? In a free market it's a resounding NO! Athletes earn their keep and are the best in the world at their respective jobs. Here are my top 5 reasons why athletes don't get paid too much. 5. BEST IN THE WORLD All professional athletes are the best in the world at the sport they play. Pro... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Coaching & Skills How to coach baseball to teens: 2 of 3
Coaching is a rewarding experience for all ages. However, after coaching baseball to young kids for the last few years, I've recently turned my attention to teens. I played high school baseball for a nationally recognized program. I was coaching in a 9 year old all-star game this summer when I realized that only a few of thes... More..
Sports & Recreation > Baseball Statistics Baseball records that may never be broken: 3 of 4
Sports records are always a fun topic. Take for instance this debate on which records may never be broken. I love this argument because some records are based on longevity and performance, while others are based on luck and performance. Of these ten records, some are serious, some obscure and some are funny. Here is a countdo... More..
Food & Drink > Fast Food Three fast, healthy dinners: 47 of 55
As the man of the house, I usually grill or barbecue outside for the whole family. But every once in a while I want to take some stress off of my wife so I cook dinner. These are usually days when she calls me and tells me how hard her day is. It's usually when I've already been home for some time and she's on her way home. I... More..
Sports & Recreation > Recreational & Youth Reflections on visiting Stone Mountain Park in Georgia: 3 of 3
A few miles northeast of Atlanta, GA is a little gem that will bring a smile to your face. Stone Mountain is an amazing 3,000 acres of camping, golf, swimming, laser light shows, ferry rides, hiking, bike riding and any other outdoor activity that you may like. Last year my wife and I decided to camp on the lake at Stone... More..