Archive for 'Life In Chicago' Category
Save Chicago Culture
12 May 2008Visit SaveChicagoCulture.org now and sign the petition. Here’s why:
I just got back from a run along the lakefront. What is normally an almost-vacation-like experience for me as I head toward the beautiful city skyline with Lake Shore Drive on one side and Lake Michigan on the other was, today, bittersweet.
On my mp3 player were songs […]
Cougars and thoroughbreds- what’s the difference
8 May 2008by Alan Carter
Last week, the runner up in the Kentucky Derby, a filly named Eight Belles had to be euthanized after breaking both front legs following her second place finish. Several days before, a wild cougar found roaming the streets of Chicago was shot and killed by the police. One would think the public outcry […]
Repost: Lakefront Path Etiquette
18 April 2008Ah, the lakefront path. It’s one of Chicago’s greatest assets. It provides mini-vacations for its residents, and is one of the lures for tourists. It’s a workout for cyclists, inline-skaters, runners and walkers. It’s a stroll for beach-goers, families and friends.
It’s crowded.
To avoid collisions and fights and preserve the happy feelings instilled by the path, […]
Boy, Am I Tired
3 March 2008I apologize. I have been sorely negligent in the last week. I wanted to let you know that I haven’t fallen off the face of the earth. If you follow me on Twitter you know it’s been just the opposite. I have truly been enjoying Chicago and its many, diverse offerings. It’s my job to […]
Buried At The Underground
24 February 2008The night started off well enough. I had been told media check-in was at 8:30pm and I arrived right on time. The bouncer confirmed my name on the list and I headed into the bowels of the club. My guest, Marq Withers of Disonic, arrived shortly after, dropped my name at the door, and was […]
