So! THIS is a winter storm! None of this "boohoo, eight inches of snow, I have to wear boots, waaaah" crap -- we have "thunder snow," the first public school closing in Chicago in 12 years, 40 mph winds and, according to one ominous weather map, the possibility of an "Ice Tornado." It's 100% Jerry Bruckheimer out there, people. (Skywalker Sound ( Read more... )

TV Meme in 30 Days

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After a cold snap late last week, it's been over freezing the past couple of days -- up to about 40 yesterday, which in most cities would have people griping about the cold but in Chicago appears to prompt the locals to break out bermuda shorts, BBQ grills and daiquiris, while everyone sings "Lime in the Coconut." I fear no weather evil, for I ( Read more... )

1) I am in Chicago, safe and sound and sheltered by taraljc, and all this is of the good. My stuff is apparently not going to get here until the middle of next week, which is of the bad, but it will all come out in the wash. Right now I am taking the opportunity to get to know Chicago public transit, my new neighborhood, etc ( Read more... )

Not only did I have a truly easy trip out here, not only has the weather in Chicago been glorious and perfect for walking around in the apartment search, but I have also found a terrific place! Signed the lease this afternoon. I found it on the first day, and although I kept looking very avidly for the next three days, I never saw anything to top ( Read more... )

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