The boat tour was incredible. So glad people recommended it. Thanks especially to 10gauge for the local tips. My guide took me to Navy Pier to catch a boat. My co-worker was meeting family so I was on my own. Our first trip down there, all the restaurants were closing and they tried to turn us away. Luckily we were starved, didn't want to go elsewhere ( Read more... )

I leave tomorrow for Chicago. Zoe's first day of school is tomorrow. Poor timing for both. I wish I could bring her along with me ( Read more... )

I just found out that work is sending me to Chicago in 2 weeks. I'll be there Sept 7-11 so if anyone knows anything I should see while I'm there. Please speak up. I don't know anyone there and I know nothing about the city. Work is done by about 5pm so my nights will be free. I've asked for a hotel downtown so I can walk around a bit ( Read more... )