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Skyscrapin’

On September 13, 2009 · 6 Comments · In chicago, travel, vacation

We woke up ready for another day in the city. It was a little bit hazy this morning, but it mostly burned off and we had another gorgeous, sunny day here in Chicago.

We set off from our hotel around 9:00 a.m. and headed down to the Willis Tower (or, if you refuse to conform, […]

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Chi-Town

On September 12, 2009 · 10 Comments · In chicago, travel, vacation

We got into Chicago last night around 8:30, and quickly caught a cab to take us downtown to our hotel. We’re staying at the Hilton Garden Inn. Once again, I bid on a hotel on Priceline, and this was the hotel that accepted our bid ($75/night, woohoo!). It’s really nice, especially considering it’s only rated […]

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Tell Me About Chicago

On August 11, 2009 · 22 Comments · In chicago, travel, vacation

Our trip to Chicago is coming up very soon, so you know what time it is… time for recommendations!

This has worked really well for us in the past. My lovely blog readers have suggested some great places to see, things to do, and restaurants to try. We’ve used reader comments to help […]

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The Windy City

On May 23, 2009 · 4 Comments · In chicago, travel

We are certainly making good on the promise we made on our honeymoon to travel more.

I booked the airfare for our next trip this morning. Our destination? Chicago.

We’re going for a long weekend trip in September. I can’t wait.

I’ve been to Chicago a few times, but it was always […]

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Fun Mail

On May 21, 2009 · 2 Comments · In travel

Three weeks to the day after we mailed in our passport applications, I received mine in the mail today.

Just mine for now–we’re still waiting on Michael’s. Mine was faster because it was a renewal, while Michael’s was a first-time application.

And apparently our DIY passport photos were approved just fine, which was a […]

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