Author Archives: Q-tips

Powerful young woman

Nothing in Cassie’s life is what it appears to be — she’s wickedly smart, tantalizingly cunning, and she’s living a secret double life by night. Now, an unexpected encounter is about to give Cassie a chance to right the wrongs … Continue reading

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Melania

MELANIA offers unprecedented access to the 20 days leading up to the 2025 Presidential Inauguration — through the eyes of the First Lady herself. Step inside Melania Trump’s world as she orchestrates inauguration plans, navigates the complexities of the White … Continue reading

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Blue Moon

You know how in marriage they say “for better or for worse”? I think, in terms of my life, I have entered the “for worse” part, and it happened so quietly I didn’t even recognize it. Richard Linklater’s Blue Moon … Continue reading

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DESOTO Natl. Park – Bradenton FL 3/14/26

DESOTO Natl. Park – 8300 De Soto Memorial Hwy, Bradenton, FL 34209, (941) 792-0458    Raised walk through the mangroves. Hours: Mon-Sun 9 am – 5 pm Q-Tips say:  A great park, excellent for kids, of all ages, beautiful marked trails to … Continue reading

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Anna Maria Oyster Bar – 3/12/26

Anna Maria Oyster Bar- 5405 University Pkwy Unit 110 University Park, Fl.  (941) 491-2662 oysterbar.net      Had a wonderful dinner & evening with friends from the hood – Mercedes & Harry. I had – an Old Fashion. The other half had:  … Continue reading

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Peridia Golf & CC dining Pasta Night – 3/11/26

Peridia Golf & CC Dining —  4950 Peridia Boulevard East,  Bradenton, FL 34203   –  941-758-2582 – Q-tips say:  Service/drinks/ Pasta Night dinner was ok. Customize your perfect pasta bowl and enjoy Caesar Salad, Garlic Bread, a selection of sauces, proteins, … Continue reading

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CAPITAL GRILL – Sarasota 3/10/2026

The CAPITAL GRILL – 180 University Town Center Drive, Sarasota, FL 34243, (941) 256-3647, thecapitalgrille.com Q-Tips say: Have been to the Capital Grill in Chicago and here & both locations are great. Usual Libations:  Old Fashion & Perfect Manhattan Mrs. … Continue reading

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The Riverwalk

2026 – A 2 mile long Riverwalk along the Manatee River. We walked past a skate park, over train tracks, splash water park, playgrounds, an amphitheater & some art installations. This is an expansion of Rossi Park between the Green … Continue reading

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Peridia Golf & CC dining- Fridays

3/6/26 – Had a great evening & the a nice time with neighbor in the hood: Nancy & Peggy. Mrs. Q had: An Old Fashion & A Cosmo. Chicken Special – with veggies & Fries – was ok but the … Continue reading

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Emerson Point Park

near Snead Island. 3/19/26 –  5801 17th St W, Palmetto, FL 34221 – www.mymanatee.org/departments/parks___natural_resources/parks__preserves___beaches/emerson_point_preserve Q-tips say: Yes, go & enjoy. NO Golf carts allowed. Yes, dogs are ok but must be on a leash at a times. Things to do: … Continue reading

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