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  • About
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    BMW i5 Harmon Kardon Speakers
    BMW i5 Audio Upgrade: Hertz Amplifier and Subwoofer
    Integrity Development
    Integrity Development LTD: Misleading Promises, Big Markups
    My Saturday Night Live tickets in hand!
    How to Get Saturday Night Live Tickets
    soda jpeg
    Discovering Restaurant Soda Quality in Bradenton & Sarasota
    Popstroke Sarasota
    PopStroke Sarasota Review
    Previous Next
  • Home Projects
    IMG 8734 jpg
    Great Room Transformation: Upgrade to Contemporary Sophistication
    IMG 6783
    Dining Room Transformation: From Coastal Calm to Modern Elegance
    Office Makeover
    Home Office Transformation: Spare Bedroom to Moody Haven
    IMG 8715 jpg
    Bedroom Transformation: Our Dark and Moody Design Adventure
  • Hotel Reviews
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    JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes Review
    Disney's BoardWalk at night
    Disney’s BoardWalk Villas Review
    Resort Aerial View
    The Resort at Longboat Key Club Review
  • Product Reviews
    Canon EOS RP
    Canon EOS RP Review
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    BMW X7 Review: The Ultimate Luxury Road Trip Machine
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    Amazon Echo Show 10 Review: A Clever Companion for the Connected Home
    Amazon Echo Show 15
    Amazon Echo Show 15 Review: The Ultimate Smart Display?
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    Brendan's Crockpot Chili
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    Brendan's Tuna Salad
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  • Restaurant Reviews
    Lilac Dining Room
    Lilac Review: Michelin Dining at The Tampa EDITION
    IMG 9421
    Café on St. Armands: Mediterranean Flavors & Vibes Redefined
    IMG 0514 scaled e1731880433428
    Percoco’s Pizza & Pasta: Quick Take
    Fuego Bar
    Fuego Comida & Tequila Review: Elevated Mexican Dining
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    Bar Italia Review: Italian-American Dining in Lakewood Ranch
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JW Marriott Orlando, Grande Lakes Review

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Summer House on the Lake Review: Fresh Flavors & Relaxed Vibes

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