Chicago Shout-Out

I'm so excited about what the future holds for me! However, that does not make leaving any easier. You would think that after years of moving, transitions, new places, new faces, I would get used to it. But that's not the case. So I'd like to offer a little farewell to-do list of my own to current Chicago-ites, future Chicago tourists, and other random folks.

Book Cellar - A fantastic independent bookstore in the heart of Lincoln Square.
Cafe Too - Good food served with a side of social justice. They're doing great things here.
Chicago Lakefront - I highly recommend bike rides. And a perk of having to drive to work early in the morning was seeing sunrises over the lake.
Festivals - I love meeting up with friends and enjoying a lazy afternoon or evening hanging out at the street festivals.
Galter Lifecenter - You must take a cycling class with Susan. She'll kick your butt in gear.
House Theatre - Fun. Funny. They've got game.
Jeri's Grill - You can get ham-on-the-bone at 2 am or whenever it might strike your fancy.
Lincoln Square - I "heart" my neighborhood!
Superdawg - All about the drive-in. 60 years doesn't lie. I like the Superchic with grilled onions. Yummy.
Yes Thai - Always a "yes" even when my friends are sick of it. Easily the best Thai food in all of Chicago. A favorite - Cashew Nut with Chicken.
York Alternative High School - Fond (and not-so-fond) memories and crazy stories.

I leave Chicago feeling like I'm not quite done. Who knows...maybe I'll be back someday.

Here's a big shout-out to Chi-town: So long for now!