It was so nice to have the day off on Monday so Kelly and I took advantage of it and took Addison to the Brookfield Zoo. After getting over the shock of how expensive it now is to get in, the three of us had a blast seeing the dolphin show, watching the giraffes and penguins, and even lions, tigers and bears. Although honestly, Addison’s favorite part may have been the two playground areas. I don’t know if that park was worth the $70 it cost to get in, but she sure loved it!
It was a sad weekend around here. We had to make the difficult decision to stop fostering (and not adopt) the lovable Paige. Her separation anxiety took a turn for the worse and we came to the realization that we weren’t able to adequately provide her with a stable environment and the training she needed to work her way out of it. It was one of the saddest things I’ve ever had to do, but I’m confident she’ll find the right home. So we colored Easter eggs, tried a new lunch spot, attended Easter Vigil and spent quality time with family.
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With St. Patrick’s Day on Saturday, we donned some green and headed downtown to see the river turn green, meet up with some friends and watch the Badger game. I couldn’t believe how crowded the city was; there were literally people everywhere. Riding the crowded El train made me grateful for the first time that I have to drive to work. On Sunday I headed over to PAWS on 26th Street and fell for an adorable black pooch named Andres who only had three legs.
[top photo courtesy of Josh]
I hadn’t even heard of it until a few days ago, but a fellow blogger and reader nominated me for the Versatile Blogger Award. I’m not exactly sure how it began, but the VBA is a friendly, easy way for bloggers to support and recognize one another. Kind of cool! If you’re nominated, then you’ve been awarded.
So, thank you to the Kiwi Blog Bus for nominating me. Such a fun compliment. Be sure to check out her blog, which is written, photographed and compiled by Vicki Annison, a freelance writer and journalist based in Cambridge, New Zealand.
In honor of following the rules, which state you should share seven random facts about yourself, here you go:
1. Maybe not so random, but I am obsessed with dogs.
2. Sandwiches and bagels are my favorite foods.
3. I am 24 years old and still slightly afraid of the dark.
4. The Red and Rover comic strip is the first thing I read in the mornings.
5. I wish I was a better Spanish speaker.
6. I don’t have a lot of patience.
7. Humboldt Park is my new favorite place to take walks.
And finally, in keeping with the rules, here are a few other blogs I’d like to nominate.
Makes me wander: following random thoughts in real time
Craig Hill: corporate trainer, teacher and writer
Mark Kintzel Design: crafts, florals, events
Traveline Travel Services: instant travel deals
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I am a sucker for collecting books. But the space they take up can be daunting; even though there is nothing more inviting and cozy than shelves upon shelves of well-read and comforting books. I would spring for this shelf in a second. If it weren’t almost $900. Insane. It’s available here for a cool $840.
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I'm a crazy dog lover living in Chicago. Here I share my thoughts and adventures with the ones who matter most.
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