Author Archives: Q-tips

Flo & Santos

Posted on January 5, 2025 by Q-tips

1/5/25 – 1310 S Wabash Ave Chicago – (312) 566-987 floandsantos.com – Italian, Polish, Bar, Pizza, sandwiches, etc. Our Son and Daughter in Law took us out to lunch to Flo & Santos. We had a wonderful time & delicious … Continue reading →

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A Dog named Christmas

Posted on December 16, 2024 by Q-tips

A tale of a young man with a learning disability, named Todd McCray (Noel Fisher) living with his parents in the rural midwest. The story takes place over a two-week period over the Christmas holidays when the local animal shelter … Continue reading →

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Christmas Through the Decades

Posted on December 14, 2024 by Q-tips

Christmas is always a special time of the year, and it is full of presents, cookies, Santa Clause, and time with family. Take a look at “Christmas Through the Decades” as it explores the holiday, starting in the 1960s and … Continue reading →

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Crosby’s Kitchen -12/12/24

Posted on December 12, 2024 by Q-tips

6480 W Touhy Ave Niles, IL Had a nice visit with long time friends, Dick & Paula. Happy Hour & munchies at their home first & then off to Crosby’s for dinner. The Q shared: Prime Rib sandwich w/ fries. … Continue reading →

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Man on the Inside

Posted on December 1, 2024 by Q-tips

A retired professor (Ted Danson) gets a new lease on life when a private investigator hires him to go undercover inside a San Francisco retirement. Netflix – Episodes – You can binge the show in its entirety in one sitting … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Carol at the Goodman Theater

Posted on November 26, 2024 by Q-tips

Daughter, Grandson & The Q-tips enjoyed A Christmas Carol. The magic of Dickens’ classic with a fresh, heartwarming adaptation that “makes you believe kindness can win”. Follow Ebenezer Scrooge, a wealthy businessman whose disdain for the holidays is transformed on … Continue reading →

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MUSEUM OF SCIENCE & INDUSTRY Holiday Festivities 11/25/2024

Posted on November 25, 2024 by Q-tips

MUSEUM OF SCIENCE AND INDUSTRY – 5700 S Lake Shore Dr., Chicago, IL 60637, (773) 684-1414, msichicago.org          Our Grandson says: The Museum of Science & Industry is a must see when in Chicago. Mrs. Q TIPS … Continue reading →

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Wintrust Magnificent mile light fest

Posted on November 23, 2024 by Q-tips

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® has been an exciting and joy-filled holiday celebration. The centerpiece is the largest nighttime parade in the United States. Led by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse of Walt Disney World® Resort, the spectacular 2024 … Continue reading →

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Holiday w/ Grandpa – legos

Posted on November 22, 2024 by Q-tips

Grandpa had as much fun as the Grandson

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Hot Frosty

Posted on November 17, 2024 by Q-tips

Two years after losing her husband, Kathy magically brings a handsome snowman to life! Through his naïveté, the snowman helps Kathy to laugh, feel and love again, as the two fall for each other just in time for the holidays… … Continue reading →

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