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Explore 13 stories from around the world by Michael Ertel
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Automatic for the People
Shelly got to meet a legend, and was reminded why he is so legendary
Location: Weaver D's Delicious Fine Foods, East Broad Street, Athens, GA, USA
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Check out our new podcast
The American Dream doesn't have an expiration date
Location: Miami, FL, USA
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Coming soon, the No Cure Caravan
Her cancer may be incurable, but so is her desire for fun and adventure
Location: Howey-in-the-Hills, FL, USA
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Why the American Dream is still alive
One man's journey from the streets to happiness
Location: Fern Park, FL, USA
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Every Community Has a Living Room
No matter where we go, we discover the heart of a community can be found in the middle
Location: BILL-E's Restaurant, Alabama 181, Fairhope, AL, USA
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Leadership lessons from a ten-year-old kid at a pool
Location: Piney Point Golf Club, Piney Point Road, Norwood, NC, USA
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Michelle's Rare Cancer
Many have had it, but you've likely never heard of it
Location: Mayo Clinic Mangurian Building, Mellish Drive, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Not all anniversaries are fun
Mike and Shelly discuss the two year anniversary of her Neuroendocrine (NET) Cancer diagnosis
Location: Mayo Clinic, San Pablo Road South, Jacksonville, FL, USA
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Our first stop out of Florida
We met the American Dream in coastal Georgia
Location: Richmond Hill, GA, USA
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The benefits of traveling with your pet
Super Yorkie Stanley made a new friend in South Carolina.
Location: Lugoff, SC, USA
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There's something about Shelly
No matter where we go, people open up to Michelle, and tell their stories.
Location: Nowhere Grille, Beach Road, Perry, FL, USA
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We're now on YouTube
Our first video is a bit basic, but is a great intro
Location: Lake Panasoffkee, FL, USA
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Would our "Beta Trip" be a success?
We set off in the surrounding area to make sure our used van could withstand a longer journey
Location: Ocala, FL, USA