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aftercancer — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 13:39:06 -0500

Thanks for the tips. Krolls looks like fun. And Lara did you see the special Gioco has going on where if you spend $20 on a Sunday through Thursday (dinner I think) you get a $50 gift certificate for Opera, their new Chinese place! I'm only going to be in town for a few days and I'm thinking of going and leaving a gift certificate as a tip for the hotel housekeepers or something. Thanks for the advice folks!

Kate

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LilSis — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 12:33:08 -0500

Hi,

My stepdaughter works downtown Chicago. She knows her way around downtown so I asked her for some suggestions. First of all, she did say that you'll be staying in a safe, convenient neighborhood. Close to all the museums. If walking alone, she suggests that you stay on Michigan Avenue where there are alot of other walkers. Some of the side streets can be very dark.

She says that Krolls is either walking distance or a short cab ride from where you'll be staying. She says it's a fun place to go even if you're alone.

People are typically very friendly, so if you find yourself having dinner alone, just sit at the bar and you'll most likely meet some new friends!

I just got back from Chicago a few weeks ago and had a great time. Hope you have a fun, safe trip. Write back and let us know.

LilSis

www.bigsislilsis.com

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Laracolvin — Fri, 24 Oct 2008 12:12:48 -0500

I went here last year and loved it. It actually has an original "speakeasy" room in it. Very cool atmosphere and good food. It is in the South Loop - not too far from where you are staying. I don't think you can go wrong with it. The same owners also have another restaurant, Opera, which is jazzed up Chinese food.

And if for some reason you make it out to Oak Park, my friends own a great Italian Bistro called Trattoria 225 on Harrison St.

You'll have to report back after you visit and tell us how the weekend went! Enjoy.

Lara

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aftercancer — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 10:47:57 -0500

Denise and Lara,

I am trying to prepare for the weather. I used to live in Upstate NY near the Canadian border so I've been there before. Not vegetarian or vegan. It looks like I'm really only looking at two dinners so I'd like to get a sense of "Chicago food". I've been thinking about Wicked so there's another endorsement. I appreciate the link to the events. That's the kind of resource it's hard to find sometimes on the web.

Kate

I blog at http://www.aftercancernowwhat.wordpress.com

Here's a link

Laracolvin — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 09:13:18 -0500

You'll be staying in a great location in Chicago when you come. I'm including a link of events for that weekend, and on that page there are additional links.

It will be brisk, so along w/a windbreaker bring scarfs, a hat and gloves! And definitely use the concierge at the hotel for transportation questions. You probably won't need more than a few cabs if you stay downtown. Millenium and Grant Park are both lovely, as is a walk along the lakeshore.

But Wicked is also finishing its run -- and it is fabulous!

Here's the link: http://chicago.eventguide.com/days/81108.htm

Have a great trip!

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It's freezing here in the Chicago area

Denise — Thu, 23 Oct 2008 07:22:54 -0500

I'm not sure where you live now but wherever it is, unless it's snowing where you are - it will be colder here in Chicago than you're used to. The wind... oh the wind... ugh.

Do you want to see a play? Do you want to do any shopping? Are you a club person? Are you a veg*n? Do you have any food loves/hates?

~Denise
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Adventures With Sweet Pea — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 13:00:14 -0500

Thanks for the feedback.

I will definitely check out the Fisher-Price Space Saver high chair. I love the idea of a chair that straps on to any kitchen or dining room chair.

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Fisher-Price Space Saver High Chair

PeevedMichelle — Tue, 16 Sep 2008 01:25:28 -0500

We got the Fisher-Price Space Saver high chair and love it. It isn't as good looking as the Stokke, but it isn't an eyesore like stand-alone high chairs. The Space Saver straps to any kitchen or dining chair. The seat wipes clean pretty easily.

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Kim you're right

Tammie — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:40:51 -0500

These tips are for any new blogger. I enjoy casual writing. Writing that is written for everyday people to understand. I also get inspiration from those who write about things that they enjoy.

Tammie

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These are good tips

Kim Pearson — Thu, 21 Aug 2008 23:54:33 -0500

These tips are very helpful for people who want to do conversational writing such as blog posts. What kinds of writing do you like to do? Are there writers that particularly inspire you?

Kim
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Ouch!

Denise — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:56:26 -0500

Apparently we've got a page that needs some serious edits. Thank you. I see that page everyday and have never noticed the very very old links (not to mention email addresses!)

You're awesome, thank you!

~Denise
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Link to guidelines

purrrplej — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:48:04 -0500

Hi - I was on the page that comes up after you hit the blue button to add a post. There were URLs to the guidelines on the text beneath the link to post a blog entry and the text beneath the link to visit the forums, both being the same URL. I tried pasting the URL into my browser and got a "not found" page. (The URLS were not active so could not be followed directly.)

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Doesn't exist?

Denise — Wed, 06 Aug 2008 12:53:17 -0500

Can you clarify please? Provide me with the link you used to attempt to access our guidelines? Or the page you were on where you saw the guidlines link?

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Hair Care

iambrowngirlspeak — Thu, 26 Jun 2008 18:17:33 -0500

Thanks for the suggestion! I have heard of Miss Jessie's before, but haven't tried it out yet.I do agree with you, biracial, as well as multi-racial individuals will have their own unique hair and texture. I had a hard time finding products that worked in my daughter's hair, because of just that reason. Traditional products are overwhelming in her hair, so I had a hayday with trying out new items. And it seemed to be the consensus of opinion within our circle of friends as well. Each child is like a snowflake: no two are alike :) But there are universal products that can work on a multitude of hair and textures, and those examples are what have worked for me and my daughter. Keep blogging!

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Candelaria Silva — Wed, 25 Jun 2008 20:54:47 -0500

Biracial can mean lots of different combinations and so there is really no such thing as "biracial hair." People who are Black or Latino have a range of hair textures from fine and straight to deeply kinky.

That said, try "Curly Pudding" and the "Baby Creme" product from Miss Jessie's.

Olive Oil sheen spray, Luster's pink oil, and a host of other products also work well.