Perhaps it's Chicago's food more than anything, but I reread my (primarily food-related) tweets as my trip was drawing to a close, and I was like, "damn, self." And also "I need another cookie, maybe, to deal with this news." That town is full of crazy delicious food in general, but it's ALSO a big-ass hub of the best kosher meats, for some mysterious reason, which means that we come prepared during our visits. Preparation can be loosely defined as "procuring a bag of near-NASA-levels of insulation-related technology, so as to collect and store sundry cured meats, including, but not limited to, hard salamis, sausages, and something called 'beer sticks' which looked promising." It's not that we don't have kosher meat in New York--we do--it's just that it's much better in Chicago. Plus, doing this affords us the opportunity to make numerous "I got your sausage RIGHT HERE"-type jokes, which are, I believe, a foundation of every healthy marriage. (Note: this joke also works with hard salami.)
2. JOHN IS DEAD.
I don't really know who John is, exactly, but this is what a crazy hobo very somberly said to me and Kristin as we were strolling across Bridge Over That River, I Know It's Called the Chicago River, But Does That Bridge Even Have a Name, Shit I Am Embarrassing Myself Bridge. And you know me, I take the hobos very seriously, no matter the city. So, my condolences to all those who knew and loved John.
As for my time with Kristin, as Im sure you already know, she's just fantastic. This was evidenced by her patiently listening to my earnest retelling of the plot of Vice Versa (yes, I KNOW you haven't seen it. NO ONE has), and we talked and laughed and it's honestly because I was so engrossed in hanging out that I forgot to take a picture. (BOOOOO, self.) But take my word for it: fun was had.
And speaking of fun, we also had a fantastic time hanging out with my cousin and her husband (Remember? We went to Chicago for their wedding in June?) While this picture was not taken during this trip, this does provide some insight into the grace and refinement that so exemplifies our relationship.
3. I AM GENERALLY HOPELESSLY IMMATURE, YES, BUT COME ON.
Okay, this was technically in Newark Airport, but I was on my WAY to Chicago, so it counts:
HOT ERUPTIONS? Really? Just...really? My brother (and a few others) have pointed out the hilarity of the "MoonSteamer" drink option, as well.
The fact that we were served warm nuts on the plane certainly didn't HELP matters.
4. I CANNOT BE TRUSTED TO "JUST QUICKLY BROWSE" J. CREW'S CREWCUTS SECTION.
I've just started perusing their little girl stuff, since Lo is getting big enough to wear it, and...well. I know this is Internet Blasphemy, but I think I like their little girl gear more than the stuff in my size. Look!
Lucky for me, the prices are super reasonable. (I KID.)
5. HAAHAAAAAA
The three things that made me laugh the hardest this week:
A. This recap of a stunningly awful Gossip Girl episode.
B. Pale is the New Tan (via Sundry)
C. This:
Have a great weekend!
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18 comments:
It is certainly interesting for me to read that blog. Thanx for it. I like such themes and anything that is connected to them. I definitely want to read a bit more soon.
I recently started reading your blog and your mention of Vice Versa solidifies why I'm committed to becoming a full-fledged faithful reader. OMG, nobody ever mentions that movie - I loved it so much that I swear I watched it a zillion times as a kid. That and the fact that you appreciate the love of food we have in my lovely little town :)
Chicago does have a wide selection of great food, especially what my family calls "big meat." Because we are all five.
I don't know if that Bridge has an official name. I think it is just referred to as the Michigan Ave Bridge. Because we're simpletons like that. Because it is Michigan Ave and a bridge.
That was the weirdest bridge experience I've ever had, I'll have you know.
I can't wait to go to that burger place you mentioned on Twitter.
OK, COME BACK NOW PLEASE! It was so great to see you!
Thank you THANK YOU for introducing me to that GG recap. I had tears running down my face from the laughter.
SHUT UP.
Vice Versa was one one of the my FAVORITE movies ever.
I LOVE Vice Versa. Don't play.
Hot eruptions?! Really? Did they think about that for even one minute?
Ok, I'll admit I had to check to make sure it was the movie I was thinking of but yeah, I've seen Vice Versa. I am an 80s movie queen. It's amazing and useless. Woo hoo!
Who hasn't seen Vice Versa? I love that movie!! Fred Savage and Judge Reinhold ftw.
Ha - just read the comments after I posted and see that Ali said the same thing.
We do have some pretty killer food here in Chicago.
But I don't think we have hot eruptions. wtf?!
John is John Lennon, silly! Every true Beatles fan knows what "John is dead" means. :)
I've seen it... SEVERAL times. I knew the name as soon as you said it but clicked on the link just in case because no one ever mentions that movie. :-)
If you like the Hot Eruptions the you would LOVE the "Better than Sex" dessert shop in Key West.
hehehe - moonsteamer! warm nuts! these things always will make me giggle. and i'm 27. oh well.
and thank you SO MUCH for pale is the new tan blog. hilarious.
It is always a wonder that my pants even fit after a trip to Chicago. The food is awesome and Kristin has a tendency to pour wine down my throat.
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