Epinions Recent Reviews for TomQPublic

Economy: Take One Aspirin and Call Me in the Morning

Fri, 12 Jun 2009 15:22:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - There is tremendous concern amongst pundits that the massive U.S. government spending plans and deficits will trigger equally massive levels of inflation. On the one hand, I would have to agree that this is likely. On the other hand, there is...

My Own Little PSA on Imodium A-D EZ Chews

Fri, 29 May 2009 15:47:29 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - For some reason, I am sort of uncomfortable reviewing an anti-diarrheal product. However, I am not half as uncomfortable reviewing the cure than suffering with untreated or under-treated diarrhea. I realize that the following statement may...

Save Money, Soothe Tummy

Tue, 19 May 2009 09:10:04 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - The great thing about Sam's Club is that you can always count on them for good quality and good values. I am not one who enjoys clipping coupons, enforcing price comparison guarantees with competing retailers, or returning products when I find a...

Hilton Sandestin Beach - 2007 Review

Wed, 4 Jul 2007 11:54:59 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - The Hilton Sandestin Beach Resort is located at 4000 Sandestin Blvd. South, Destin, Florida 32550. Its toll free number is 1-800-367-1271, and hotel details can be found at www.hiltonsandestinbeach.com. My recent stay in the summer of 2007 was...

Mike Huckabee and Enrique Zaldua - Quit Digging Your Grave With a Knife and Fork: I Like Mike

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 12:40:45 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I think that the best part of "Quit Digging Your Grave With a Knife and Fork" is the fact that it makes Arkansas Governor Mike Huckabee seem like a very likeable person. I also think that the title is very clever. This book is very easy to read, in a...

Handy Toy

Wed, 7 Mar 2007 11:33:02 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I purchased the Electronic Hulk hands for about $17.00 in late 2003. There was something very attractive about this toy. It is a set of over sized green fists, like those of the Incredible Hulk television program. The hands are constructed of a very...

Answer the Call

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 19:50:20 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I am a recent convert to Walmart shopping, particularly walmart.com. My previous opinion of Walmart was that it sold cheap garbage. I have now come around to thinking that they are getting better and better quality merchandise, at great bargains. Case...

Breach: Breach Works

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 19:26:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I do not view or review many films each year, so please pardon if this is stricly from a consumer's point of view, not a professional critic. "Breach" is the story, ripped from the headlines, of FBI agent Robert Hanssen, fantastically played by Chris...

Good Basic Transportation

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 19:05:47 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - After owning the 2006 Ford Freestyle for about six months I was surprised to discover that it is considered a crossover vehicle. I had assumed that it was a mini-van, because it looks like a mini-van to me. That being said, it has been a decent,...

My Life on the Rock Rocks

Tue, 6 Mar 2007 18:49:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - "My Life on the Rock" tells the story of Jeff Cavins. Jeff is a well-known Catholic author, speaker, and media personality, and the road that landed him there is chronicled in this autobiography. The great thing about the book is the fact that his...

Anonymous Lawyer

Sat, 9 Dec 2006 20:44:32 GMT

rating: 4/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - This book takes a look at the farcical underpinnings of life at a prestigious law firm. The author reveals that there is nothing glamorous regarding a career at such an institution, just as there is nothing glamorous in most careers. The only "upside"...

Adequate Lodging if You Need to be in the Area

Mon, 17 Apr 2006 07:18:57 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I recently experienced an overnight stay at TownePlace Suites by Marriott Orlando East. This hotel is located at 11801 High Tech Avenue, Orlando, FL, within a stone's throw of the University of Central Florida. I sometimes find it helpful to get in...

Get to the Pointe, Economically

Thu, 13 Apr 2006 13:01:15 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I recently enjoyed a week-long visit to Marriot's Ocean Pointe, part of Marriott's Club Villa (timeshares). There are two types of people in the world, those who think buying a time share is a great idea, and those who do not. I am in the latter group,...

Trifecta complete: Roomba, Scooba, CHV1500

Sat, 25 Feb 2006 12:43:05 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - My recent purchase of the Black & Decker CHV1500 Bagless Handheld Cyclonic Power Vac has completed my "trifecta" of household vacuuming/mopping tools. I no longer own an upright vacuum! Having been delighted with the ability of my Roomba and Scooba,...

Scooba? Do...and save money too!

Thu, 16 Feb 2006 22:14:36 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - If you are contemplating investing in a Scooba Floor Washing Robot, my opinion is "do." If you are like I was, the biggest drawback is the fear of risking so much money on something that may not pan out, so to speak. Unlike other products, which get...

Best FOOD in Buckhead? At a Pub?

Wed, 8 Feb 2006 12:31:00 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - Fado Irish Pub and Restaurant, located at 3035 Peachtree Rd., Atlanta, GA, has arguably the best tasting food in the Buckhead area of Atlanta. Located directly across the street from the ESPN Zone restaurant, Fado Atlanta's phone number is 404-841-0066...

Waste of Talent

Fri, 27 Jan 2006 06:47:28 GMT

rating: 2/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I have generally enjoyed Greg Kinnear films, but this one left me flat. Danny (Greg Kinnear), who has become self-employed finds himself trying to close a business deal in Mexico City. While there, an odd friendship develops between Danny and Julian...

One Evil Twin Short of a Soap

Sat, 27 Dec 2003 23:22:08 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - The tedious melodrama, "Something's Gotta Give," seems to have almost all of the elements of a daytime soap opera. How could director Nancy Meyers have overlooked the insertion of an evil twin, feather boas and organ music? In a soap opera would you...

Sagamore: Unique New York

Sat, 27 Dec 2003 11:44:49 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - After years of visiting Lake George as a guest of the lowest priced motel that I could find on the lake, I finally had the opportunity to stay at the Sagamore. Prior to staying there, I always had a curiosity about the magnificent structure set on an...

My Boat Vote

Sat, 27 Dec 2003 11:44:17 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - I purchased my 1996 Maxum 2300 SC new in 1997. It was a leftover, so I think I got a fair price, $22,000, including tax. I have been very happy with my choice. This boat is equipped with a 5.7 LX 250 HP 4 barrel carborated Mercury motor. It has an...

Budget Lots of Time if You're on Business

Sat, 27 Dec 2003 11:40:58 GMT

rating: 1/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - In my opinion, Budget is the worst rental company for the business traveler. You cannot count on them in any way. While it is possible to have a good experience, polite employees, reliable car, short lines, etc., it is also equally (if not more) likely...

No Blue Light Required

Sun, 26 Oct 2003 12:51:18 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - After viewing a recent ABC news feature which depicted the results of scouring luxury hotels with blue lights to find imperfections, I was struck by the fact that no blue light is needed to uncover the imperfections of the Crowne Plaza Hartford Downtown,...

2003 Nissan Murano SE AWD 4 Dr Sport Utility: All Competitors Look Dated Next to Murano

Sat, 2 Aug 2003 12:07:53 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - You could buy a more expensive crossover SUV, but why would you? The Nissan Murano is THE cutting...

A Cut Below

Mon, 14 Apr 2003 16:32:34 GMT

rating: 3/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - After a week-long stay at the Ritz-Carlton during the high season, I am somewhat underwhelmed. While it is a notch above the nearby Palm Beach Hilton (if price is not a factor), it is a notch below other Ritz-Carlton properties.

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Ojai Valley Inn: A Million Miles from L.A.

Mon, 5 Nov 2001 09:56:40 GMT

rating: 5/5 by: Epinions Author TomQPublic - Seventy-five miles from Los Angeles seems like a million when you arrive at the Ojai Valley Inn. This is not due to the traffic enroute, but rather the difference in atmosphere. The Inn is nestled in the mountains, completely isolated from its distant...