Author Archives: Q-tips

The Introvert Advantage

The Introvert Advantage –  how to thrive in an extrovert world by Marti Laney, Psy. D.  Full of strategies, tactics for managing energy, and hundreds of tip for thriving in an extrovert world. Mrs. Q says: Enjoyed this book. In … Continue reading

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Five Presidents

Five Presidents – Wit Theater, Chicago-  There was only one day in history when all five of these U.S. Presidents were in the same room at the same time: the holding room prior to entering the memorial service for President … Continue reading

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Brain on Fire

Brain on Fire – a month of madness by Susannah Cahalan Brain on Fire is a story of a young writer’s rapid descent into madness, due to a mysterious and debilitating disease. We follow her difficult, frightening personal medical journey … Continue reading

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ROTTEN – on netflix 10/19

Rotten –  a series about the food we eat/drink.  This one was about avocados. You would not believe what they go through to market avocados.  Other stories are: about wine and another about the water you drink. Q-tips say: Watch it.  … Continue reading

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Chicago Theater 2019

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Hop On/Off Bus

NOLA Hop On/Off Bus           Q-tips say:  Yes, especially if you cannot walk alot.  The four of us did use it but usually we walked & walked & walked & walked to many places. NOLA is … Continue reading

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St. Louis Cemetery # 1 – oldest cemetery

St. Louis Cemetery # 1 – oldest cemetery – 425 Basin St., New Orleans, LA 70112 Due to rampant vandalism of historical tombs, the local diocese has mandated this rule it is closed to the public. You can only go … Continue reading

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Cooking Class in NOLA

Our Son & Daughter in Law take cooking & drink making classes to enjoy the local food/drinks wherever they travel either in the US or in Europe when on vacation. So in NOLA,  the company used was “Crescent City Cooks” … Continue reading

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National World War II Museum

National World War II Museum –  945 Magazine St.,New Orleans, LA  Warehouse District Mrs. Q says: Thank you to the men and women that fought for, and continue to keep us safe. Q-tips say: Great museum. One of the best. You … Continue reading

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Aldolfos

Adolfos –  611 Frenchmen St., New Orleans, LA  French Quarter – Yup! CASH ONLY but they have an ATM. Cute but small place. I believe it is a favorite of the locals. Had fun trying another restaurant.    

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