I was going to call this Castelvetrano & Tomato Salad but I quickly realized two things. 1. I can’t spell Castelvetrano, let alone say it out loud, without Google assistance and 2. Up until about a week ago, I had no idea that Castelvetrano was a type of olive and I’m betting you didn’t either. 
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Chicago
My Weekend In Cubs Heaven
Don’t worry, I’m not going to get all touchy-feely about the Cubs in this post. I just thought it would be fun to share some of the fun things that are going on around here lately. If you do crave the touchy-feely, you can read this Cubs post here.
Theo Epstein with the trophy
Cubs & Baseball: My Roots
I felt this you guys. Deep down in my bones. I felt this World Series win. 
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When Life Happens
Yesterday was the Chicago Marathon and, of course, I headed out to watch it. I mean it’s only 1 block away from my apartment, I kind of have no excuse. I had this eloquent post that I was going to write about the marathon and my thoughts on running and how I feel about not running as much anymore and all that wonderful stuff. You would have loved it. But then my cat got sick.
But then my cat got sick. 
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Hodge Podge
This is gonna be a short and sweet post because this weekend has been busy and this week is about to be busier. We’re going camping again next weekend which means on top of all my regular work I have to get everything ready. We’re headed to the Indiana dunes this time and looking forward to enjoying the last bit of summer. Continue reading
Life Healthfully Lived 