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I have a soft spot for Black pro athletes and their inability to manage money Yes, they're public figures. Yes, jocks are dumb as a box of ass hair. There is no excuse for the media—or you—to celebrate their downfall.
I’m not sure what it is but I have a soft spot for (particularly) african-american athletes and their inability to manage money well. Maybe it’s because I was surrounded by them in college and I understand them differently than others (i.e. how they grew up and what they came from). Maybe it’s because it pains me to see people mismanage money in general, and it hurts even more when the media makes a schadenfreude-laden spectacle out of high-profile cases. Or maybe it’s because I just don’t like to see people get ridiculed in the public spotlight. Let’s face it, outside of their individual fandoms, most Americans aren’t exactly cheering for…
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From this vantage point secluded behind stone walls the breathtaking views stretch from Palos Verdes to Catalina and San Clemente Islands to Table Rock Beach and crashing waves. An exquisite 2-level main residence and guest house span approximately 4,350 square feet of French Riviera-inspired elegance and 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, 2 half baths, 4 fireplaces. Every inch of the property has been thoughtfully and artfully finished with the finest bespoke materials and timeless European coastal style. Both houses are clad in limestone with slate roofs while interiors feature plank hardwood floors of black walnut, accents of limestone and vintage terracotta bricks imported from France, furniture-grade cabinetry and every tech/comfort amenity.…
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Check out this stylish designer Ibiza villa merging the inside out Can’t help but imagine diving into the overflowing swimming pool and enjoying the sun on the beautiful decked terrace.
The first thing that grabs you with this Santa Gertrudis villa is how the inside merges with the outside due to the large sliding glass doors. Taking complete advantage of its position and the amazing views, the villa is situated in the heart of the island. You just can’t help but imagine diving into the overflowing swimming pool and enjoying the sun on the beautiful decked terrace. I wouldn’t even mind just being a guest here as there is an independent guesthouse with private garden and a 40 sq. m gym. If this is not enough, the landscaped garden includes fruit trees, pines, olives and exotic plants. I think this…
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Envy this luxurious Barbados beachfront villa aptly named The Dream A tranquil retreat in Saint James, Barbados.
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