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A Great Day Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

I remember casting my first line when I was about 6-years-old. My dad took me out Largemouth Bass fishing in North Florida. I loved it! We started to go more and more and I was 100% into it. On this trip… I had a great day fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida.

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

A Great Day Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

Now, one thing that I failed to mention was… I haven’t cast a rod in 20 years. My father introduced me to fishing, but my Papa (Maternal Grandfather) and I really connected through it. I would visit him in Alaska during my summer breaks and the first thing we did was hit the water. We would fish everyday for hours. When my Papa passed away, I stopped fishing. 

The decision to pick up a rod again was because it really brought back some good memories. My buddy Sujeet, from Guys Gab, was with me and we met up with Captain Mike from Task Force Fishing Charter. After some some quick instructions, we got out on the water. It was a perfect day!

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

Captain Mike, who is AWESOME, threw on some 80’s rock to get our blood pumping and then started taking us around to some of his favorite spots. We didn’t catch anything for about 30 minutes, but it didn’t matter. The scenery was so nice, I just was totally laid back and in a great state of mind.

Sujeet started things off with a very nice Red fish. I think he said it was the first fish that he ever caught. We started pulling them up pretty quickly after that. Between the two of us we pulled 4 Snook and 4 Red fish. We were doing all catch and release on this trip. Captain Mike explained to us that the previous years “Red Tide” had really hurt the local fish population in a bad way.

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

We also got to see some pretty cool stuff that we weren’t expecting. Here is a pic of our buddy the blowfish.

Fishing In Punta Gorda, Florida

After about 4 hours, it was time to call it a morning. I can’t thank Captain Mike enough for showing us such a great time. If you’re looking for a great trip for the family or a guys’ or girls’ trip, I recommend fishing in Punta Gorda, Florida!

Thanks to the Punta Gorda/Englewood Beach Visitor and Convention Bureau for hosting me.

Three Bridges Egg Bites Bring The Tasty

This post was sponsored by Three Bridges. All opinions are my own.

Sometimes when I hear the term “high protein” I automatically think of food that might taste really bland. I understand that it’s good for you and protein is a big part of living a healthy lifestyle. But for some reason, I get images of boring, tasteless food in my brain. My mind has been officially changed! I just found a great high protein dish that is incredible… Three Bridges Egg Bites Bring The Tasty!

Three Bridges Egg Bites Bring The Tasty!

These egg bites are perfect for breakfast, lunch or even a snack before or after a workout. They have five different delicious flavors to choose from.

Three Bridges Egg Bites

  • Uncured Bacon and Cheese
  • Mushroom and Asiago
  • Country-Style Sausage
  • Bell Pepper and Cheese
  • Spinach and Bell Pepper Egg White Bites

Clean eating made easy for your family. 

Three Bridges Egg Bites are always fresh, never frozen and they use only the best ingredients. There are no artificial flavorings, only antibiotic-free meats, rBST-free cheeses, and no binders. The protein will also keep you full longer.

My daughter is in high school and eats lunch at 10:45 am. By the time she gets home… She is starving! We had tried to make our own egg bites in the past, but they didn’t turn out really well. When I brought these home, she was a little skeptical.

The variety of flavors piqued her interest, so she decided to try the Spinach and Bell Pepper Egg White Bites. It was love at first bite. She absolutely went nuts for them! They are now her go-to snack after school.

Three Bridges Spinach and Bell Pepper Egg White Bites

As soon as she walks in the door, she puts her backpack away, kicks off her sneakers and then cooks up some egg bites in 90 seconds (Yes… You read that right… 90 SECONDS!) 

Three Bridges Spinach and Bell Pepper Egg White Bites

If you and your family have been thinking about switching to clean eating, I would suggest to slowly introduce some products to maybe help with the transition.

Three Bridges Egg Bites

Three Bridges Egg Bites are healthy, tasty and can help your family on the path of clean eating!

 

Bose Alto Large, Alto Small and Rondo Review

This post is sponsored by Best Buy. All opinions are my own.

Sitting on a ship’s tender, I was listening to the new mix that my daughter and I had put together… Funky Christmas. Sitting in the Bahamas, I was listening to a Christmas Mix on my new Bose Alto Large Sunglasses. Yes, I was listening to music through my sunglasses.

Bose Alto Large, Alto Small and Rondo Review

The Bose Alto Large, Alto Small and Rondo are the only Sunglasses on the market with a Soundtrack. They are simply incredible!

The first audio sunglasses with built-in Bose speakers for a completely immersive audio experience unlike anything that you have ever experienced. It’s a revolutionary personal audio experience closely hidden inside two classic designs, each enriched with premium accents and materials.

You can play music, take cell calls, and enjoy hanging out in the sun listening to your favorite tunes and they have UVA/UVB protection. 

Here are some of the specs:

Bose Frames Alto Large feature a classic angular shape, commanding lenses with a larger fit and immersive sound. Lens Width: 52mm/2in | Bridge Width: 18mm/0.7in | Full Frame Width: 148mm/5.8in | Bow Length: 162mm/6.4in
 
Bose Frames Alto Small feature a classic angular shape, commanding lenses with a smaller fit, and immersive sound. Lens Width: 51mm/2in | Bridge Width: 16mm/0.6in | Full Frame Width: 142mm/5.6in | Bow Length: 155mm/6.1in.
 
Bose Frames Rondo feature rounded lenses for a distinct look with a smaller fit and immersive sound.. Lens Width: 49.5 mm | Bridge Width: 15.5 mm | Temple Length: 154 mm.
 
Nothing in or on your ears
A new way to listen. Stay connected to the world around you while discreetly listening to music with a revolutionary open-ear audio design.
 
Sight and sound
Bose Frames with patented acoustic chambers and premium lenses are designed for sun and sound.
 
Built-in microphone
Make and take clear phone calls, access Siri and your Google Assistant with the seamlessly integrated microphone.
 
Uniformly tinted
Bose Frames block up to 99% of UVA/UVB rays.
 
Shatter- and scratch-resistant lens
Designed to survive life on the go.
 
One-button control
Power on and off, accept and reject calls, play and pause music, and access Siri or Google Assistant.
 
One app, complete control
The Bose Connect app gives you easy access to everything your product has to offer. Get tips, unlock Bose AR, and personalize your settings so you can spend more time enjoying the music instead of setting it up. Available on iOS and Android.
  
Bose AR enabled*
A first-of-its-kind audio augmented reality platform that makes astonishing new audio experiences possible. Combining the power of wearable audio products, mobile devices, and integrated apps, Bose AR can augment your world with content for your ears instead of your eyes.
 
The quality of sound is just great! I had them turned all the way up and my wife and the people around me couldn’t hear the music. The clarity is awesome and I also synced them with my Amazon Alexa.
 
With the holidays coming up, these glasses are a great gift for anyone in your family. I let my 77-year-old father listen to them and he has already borrowed them twice to take on his morning walks.
 

You can pick them up at BestBuy.com or your local Best Buy!

A Gift Guide For Guys – Keeping It Cool With BabbleBoxx

This post is sponsored by BabbleBoxx.com. 

Last Holiday Season, I talked about how hard it was for my wife and daughter to buy gifts for me. I was that dad and it was very frustrating for them. When they asked me what I wanted, my response was “World Peace”. But, last year I received something that changed gift giving for me… BabbleBoxx.

BabbleBoxx

 

A Gift Guide For Guys – Keeping It Cool With BabbleBoxx

I got my first BabbleBoxx last year and I couldn’t stop telling people about it. The gifts that are included will have the guys in your life feeling and looking good. This year’s box made me feel like a pretty cool dad!

BabbleBoxx

Samuel Hubbard Shoes

I love a good pair of shoes. But it can be difficult to find a pair that is versatile in style. Something that I could wear with jeans or a night out with the wife.

Samuel Hubbard

Also, I want comfort! I chose the Samuel Hubbard Founder style and they are incredible. They have a full leather lining, a nice padded tongue and collar. I am also a big fan of the Triple-Density memory foam insole. It’s then surrounded in silky smooth leather. Samuel Hubbard shoes make your feet feel like they are getting a foot massage with every step.

Zenni Glasses

I started wearing glasses about 6 years ago and one of the first things I discovered was that they are EXPENSIVE! Also, it’s hard to find stylish glasses for me, because I have a gigantic head.

Zenni Glasses

I was super excited about the Zenni glasses because they are not only stylish, but really affordable. I got two new pairs last year. This year I received some great rectangular, metal brow sunglasses. I liked them so much, I think I’m going to get myself some more “Cool Dad” prescription sunglasses.

G-SHOCK Adrenalin Red Series Watch

I was never a watch guy… never wore them. Then a few years ago I realized I had acquired quite a few. I started wearing them every once in a while and then I found I really enjoyed them. Only problem was, I was really hard on them. I broke three watches in a year!

When I opened up my BabbleBoxx and saw the new G-Shock watch, I was SO stoked! The specs on this watch are crazy.

G-Shock

First of all, it looks awesome! But it’s also shock resistant, up to 200M water resistant and has a Super LED Light. And if you travel a lot for business like I do, it also has World Time and Daily Alarms that really come in handy if you’re changing time zones. 

Engraved Bamboo Wine Tool Set & Personalized Wine Bottle from GiftTree

I ran bars and Rock & Roll clubs for over 17 years and one thing every great bartender has to have is a sturdy and balanced wine key (corkscrew). Even though I’m retired from that business, I still like to have a great wine key at the house when I’m opening a bottle of vino.

The people at GiftTree get this and sent me this customized stainless-steel wine key and wine stopper with beautiful bamboo accents.

They also sent me a bottle of their California Red Blend that has notes of cherry and vanilla. Not only is it a good bottle of wine, they let you personalize every bottle. The bottle is sandblasted with your choice of five different popular themes along with your personalized message.

GiftTree

Not only is that a great idea for friends and family, but if you have your own business… what a great way to thank your favorite clients!

Blister Blocker SPORT & Deodorizer from Solemates

I live in South Florida and a lot of the time I’m wearing sandals or flip-flops. My feet can take a bit of a beating. Blister Blocker SPORT can help prevent blisters on your feet. Put it anywhere that you are experiencing friction on your feet (It also works on hands, shoulders and chests). It’s completely free of anything artificial and will help your feet perform all of your favorite activities at their highest level.

The Solemates Deodorizer is sprayed in your shoes to keep them smelling baby powder fresh and removes all the funky odors. It’s all natural ingredients will leave your feet feeling refreshed. Spray it in once before wearing and once after, it’s really perfect for shoes that aren’t meant to be worn with socks.

Solemates

HOW THINGS WORK: The Inner Life of Everyday Machines

This is a book that my daughter will try to take away from me. If you’re a tinkerer and likes to see how things work. The Inner Life of Everyday Machines is the book for you!

It’s a fun, funny and interesting take on breaking down things around us that might seem intimidating, but are truly much simpler. I felt a little bit smarter after reading it!

BabbleBoxx is also doing a giveaway. Just follow the directions below!

BabbleBoxx will randomly select winners from all program entries and will be responsible for fulfillment of prizes to the winner.

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Try Amwell and See a Doctor From the Comfort of Home

This post is sponsored by Amwell. All opinions are my own.

The world we live in moves pretty fast. New technology and ideas are entering society at a rapid pace. It’s very rare that something comes along that causes me to shake my head and say, “Wow!”… Amwell Is One Of Those Things.

See The Doctor From Home

Amwell is the nation’s largest telehealth company, connecting users with board-certified, licensed doctors, dieticians and psychologists for immediate and live, online visits—day or night, on either mobile or desktop.

Some general conditions doctors diagnose include minor illnesses and injuries, general health and wellness concerns, prescription refills, and chronic condition management.  Amwell employs primary care, specialist physicians, licensed behavioral therapists and registered dietitians to cover a variety of health and wellness needs.

Amwell doctors are available 24 hours a day, seven days a week, and are dedicated to keeping you healthy – all from the comfort of your home. 

Just Download the App

Amwell

Sign Up for the Service and Answer a Few Questions

Amwell

Choose the Urgent Care Option

Amwell

Choose Which Type of Urgent Care is Right For You

Amwell

Then Choose One of the Doctors That Are Available

Amwell

I’ve been traveling a lot lately and I ended up back home with a bad cough and some sinus problems. I decided to use Amwell instead of going to an Urgent Care facility and it was a great experience. It took about five minutes to sign up for the service. The last time I was at an Urgent Care clinic it took over a half an hour just to fill out all the paperwork!

The Urgent Care covers many of these ailments:

  • Flu
  • Sinusitus
  • Cold
  • Pink Eye
  • Allergies
  • Fever
  • Stomach Virus

Once you sign up, you select your service. I chose medical.

I was then brought to a page with physicians who were available to see me.

The code Amwell50 will get you an Urgent Care visit for 50% off 

That’s 50% off of a $69 dollar Urgent Care visit!

My doctor, Dr.Gregory, came on in a two-way video chat within a minute. He asked me some follow up questions about my symptoms and then started with his diagnosis. I had acute sinusitis and congestion. The doctor sent two prescriptions to my pharmacy of choice and then emailed me some notes about how to keep my sinuses clear and healthy. The entire process from beginning to end took less than fifteen minutes, and I didn’t have to leave my house!

Try Amwell Urgent Care For 50% Off!

Amwell is such an amazing service that I think you should try it for yourself. We’re now at the beginning of cold and flu season, so the timing is perfect to give it a try. And just for being a Rick On The Rocks reader, I’m offering all visitors a 50% off visit to Amwell. All you have to do is enter the coupon code Amwell50 –> Right here!

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