Cormorant

Bradenton Beach, FL.

Molly

I've never eaten at the Bridgetender Inn on Anna Maria Island, but I have often been intrigued by this crudely painted sign outside.

Peeking through the window, however, provided nary a glimpse of any of these purported Molly products.

Git In Here

Neon sign, speaking my hillbilly language, spotted in a shop window in Bradenton Beach.

Joe's Eats and Sweets

When in Bradenton Beach on Anna Maria Island, my favorite place for the good ice cream is Joe's Eats and Sweets, 219 Gulf Drive South, with enticing and exotic flavors like Orange Pineapple, Sweet Cream, Cotton Candy & Nerds (yes, the Nerds candy!), Almond Turtle Fudge, Key Lime Cheesecake, Brownie Batter, Dulce de Leche, and White Chocolate Peppermint Bark.

Joe's is one of the very few businesses up on stilts, which is odd because things get flooded around here rather often. Climbing their steps can be a bit of a drag, but their vantage point does provide a lovely view once you get up there.