6.11.2009

.oh, weekend!



Thrilled to be visiting the windy city this weekend.  And even though the majority of our time will be spent in a windowless sports complex watching hundreds of 14 year old girls hit a volleyball, I am psyched for the time we'll have to explore between matches.  The last time I was in Chicago, the city was breaking a one hundred year heat wave record.  Swear.  We were so excited before we landed dreaming of cool breezes from Lake Michigan.  Insufferable heat is one of the summer pitfalls of the otherwise delightful South.  Instead of escaping, we saw people passing out in the streets. Swear. I remember my son saying maybe people in Chicago did not know about sunscreen as they were dropping like flies.  I said that was possible.

Hoping to take in a Cubs game, get some pizza, and see the Cy Twombly exhibit at the Art Institute. Any wonderful suggestions? Do you have fun weekend plans?  See you Monday!
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  1. Beth ConnollyJune 12, 2009 at 11:22 AM

    Already gave you my Cy Twombly idea. The new Modern Wing should be amazing. I grew up in Lake Forest. Have a great time!

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  2. NikkiJune 12, 2009 at 11:47 AM

    I've never been to chicago aside from a layover, but I'm thinking a hot dog and pizza are a must. Have fun!

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  3. carolina @ patagonia giftsJune 12, 2009 at 12:04 PM

    oh how I wish I could go? hope you're having a great time!

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  4. jaeJune 12, 2009 at 12:11 PM

    have a wonderful time...i would suggest hitting some of the burbs for art festivals, but i'm guessing you don't have time (oak park as had great ones, i think). my son says the same thing when people come to south florida and leave looking like lobsters!

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  5. Megan @ Pink O'ClockJune 12, 2009 at 12:13 PM

    have an awesome trip! i've never been to chicago, either, but i know you'll have fun. :)

    love your blog! meganxo

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  6. Kelley at My Island WeddingJune 12, 2009 at 1:11 PM

    i love chicago! i don't have anymore recommendations than what you've already decided on!

    enjoy and best of luck to the volley ball team!

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  7. FrenchBlueJune 12, 2009 at 1:19 PM

    g.
    Have FUN and stay out of trouble!!! Find us some goodies exploring.
    xox's

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  8. Denisa LJune 12, 2009 at 2:32 PM

    have a great sweetie!

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  9. lizaJune 12, 2009 at 2:48 PM

    Have a fabulous time! I have a sister in Highland Park, but I don't know the city at all. Safe travels!

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  10. Sabine, La Marquise des angesJune 12, 2009 at 3:37 PM

    It sounds great !!! have a wonderful time and a lovely weekend .. I can't wait to have your feedback !!!

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  11. People Who Know Me Would Say:June 12, 2009 at 4:03 PM

    I'm envious of your opportunity to be there! Do enjoy it! Loved the photos. Swear. :)

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  12. Simply Mel {Reverie}June 12, 2009 at 4:45 PM

    I've always heard how wonderful it is to visit the Ralph Lauren flagship store - and I believe they still have a tea service?!?!?

    Also, the boat tour down the river is a must!

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  13. Sassy Pants Freckle FaceJune 12, 2009 at 7:14 PM

    Have FUN!! :)

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  14. drollgirlJune 12, 2009 at 7:26 PM

    oh!!! how fun! i hope the cy twombly show is great. the art institute and mca usually have great shows. and i always want to go see city soles. they have cool/funky footwear if that is your cup of tea.

    hope you have a blast! and fingers crossed that the weather cooperates!

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  15. koraleeJune 12, 2009 at 10:56 PM

    ENJOY...i have never been so no good tips from me... however i will be waiting for some from you when you return...

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  16. DolceDreamsJune 13, 2009 at 1:58 AM

    Have a great time! It is always nice to get away!
    Nathalie

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  17. janeJune 13, 2009 at 3:12 AM

    have a great time! can´t wait to hear about it!

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  18. Diana June 13, 2009 at 3:40 AM

    have fun!:)

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  19. ceeceeJune 13, 2009 at 6:24 PM

    Hope you're having fun! I'm probably too late with a suggestion, but if you like Greek food and go to Greektown, try Greek Isles. Excellent! The Chicago Museum is one of my favorites and I would love to see the Twombly show.

    Thank you so much for your comment. It really meant alot to me.

    Happy trails,
    Catherine

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  20. Green-Eyed MomsterJune 13, 2009 at 8:29 PM

    Have fun! Stay cool!! You can send some of that warmth our way. It's supposed to be hot here! But, not this year....

    Hugs!!

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  21. littlebyrdJune 14, 2009 at 9:44 AM

    I hope you are having a wonderful weekend!!

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  22. Kirsten SteenJune 14, 2009 at 1:43 PM

    Hope you had one of those famous Italian Beef sandwiches! Love those! Have fun!
    Kirsten

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  23. Sanity FairJune 14, 2009 at 6:03 PM

    WHAT a great pic of the Chicago skyline! I love the windy city - and the Art Institute is a favorite hang out. Have a great time!

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  24. vicki archerJune 15, 2009 at 1:13 PM

    I hope you have had a wonderful weekend, xv.

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  25. inkWELL PressJune 15, 2009 at 3:00 PM

    What a fun weekend destination... too many things to do to squeeze it all in. Can't wait to see some photos of your trip!

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  26. Anne MarieJune 15, 2009 at 3:11 PM

    cubs won baby!

    Being that I live outside of Chicago, we know how to use sunscreen....and carry a hat-

    not the greatest weather this weekend!
    we're tough here in Illinois you know....you never know WHAT kind of weather we'll get smacked with! or gale force winds to contend to.

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  27. Awesome SaraJune 15, 2009 at 6:09 PM

    have fun!!! bring me back something kinky!

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  28. sallymandyJune 16, 2009 at 1:06 AM

    I can't wait to hear about your trip.

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  29. PollyJune 16, 2009 at 4:59 AM

    the second photo is amazing. I hope you had a good weekend!

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  30. Callie GraysonJune 16, 2009 at 6:14 AM

    hope you had a great time here in chicago! the weather was perfect even though it poured rain on saturday morning. but sunday, was pure bliss!

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  31. ~ ennui ~June 16, 2009 at 7:33 PM

    The Gage!!!
    Wonderful restaurant across from the Art Inst.
    My fav. place to go! Order the wild mushroom sandwich (i think that's what it's called).yum.
    cold here isn't it???

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  32. GaiaJune 17, 2009 at 5:45 PM

    chicago...i have nice memories from a trip to the windy city ( they call it in that way?).
    Thanks for stopping by and I hope you'll be back again and again...Feel free to leave any comment!
    good night!
    http://alices-adventuresinwonderland.blogspot.com/

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  33. BonBon Rose Girls KristinJune 17, 2009 at 9:07 PM

    This is a trip I've been dying to take forever. Love that first shot!

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  34. cheatymoonJune 20, 2009 at 12:08 PM

    That second shot is cool - is it HDR? And a baseball game is never a bad way to spend a weekend afternoon. Have fun! Thanks for stopping by today. :-)

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  35. C. AldereteJune 21, 2009 at 8:50 AM

    That second picture is awesome.

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  36. hollyJune 23, 2009 at 9:40 PM

    So sorry I missed you by a week or so....Just found your blog- so happy I did but so sorry I couldn't recommend more CHICAGO goodies...
    Must go to my brother's restaurant, SOCCA, near wrigley field next time. And then head a bit farther north and go to the store SCOUT.
    And then write before you return and I'll give you a bunch of places to discover.

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