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Food Fun Friday: Valentine's weekend edition
2012-02-10 16:36:00 This week seems to have flown by. I had a great dinner at Benny’s Chop House and their wine list is really great. Their red wines have lots of age and character. If you didn’t read my earlier post this week on my Triathlon Challenge, please check it out. I’ll be updating my training next... Read more » More About: Weekend
I'm a teacher, not the enemy
2012-02-10 16:34:00 Something important, perhaps even historic, is going on in America right now. Just like the Middle East is experiencing a seismic shift in its culture, so are we in ours. Well, actually there are always seismic shifts going on here; but this one is a little different. This one’s about teachers. You know, those under-paid... Read more »
6 things everyone should know about the contraception coverage mandate
2012-02-10 16:33:00 What has happened to our country that was founded on religious freedom? Why is the Catholic Church under attack? Is it because we actually have a conscience? Our Church has built schools and hospitals that are vital to the communities they serve. They are our faith in action. If we don’t stand up for our... Read more »
Sex, lies and Fun Dip
2012-02-10 16:31:00 Actual bedtime conversation with my 7 ½ year old daughter below. Girl Who do you love best; Zach (my son) or Dad? Me Oh, Honey, I love them both. I don’t love one more than the other. Girl Yes you do. Everybody loves someone most. I love you most. Me Thank you. I love you... Read more »
It's not that hard to know Chris Sale
2012-02-10 16:28:00 Chris Sale is for the most part, an open book. He’s pretty expressive and honest in interviews, at least enough for us to know that he really, really wants to start. There’s also been 94.1 IP of Sale to observe, and there’s a general feel of what he does well. It’s a lot. He’s got... Read more »
Embarrassing fictional crushes
2012-02-10 16:26:00 AV Club just did a thing on fictional crushes. Here’s my embarrassing list. Who’s on yours... Read more »
Cleta Mitchell: GOP super lawyer
2012-02-10 16:25:00 -By Warner Todd Huston Without question Tea Partiers are unhappy with the elites of Washington D.C. Yet Cleta Mitchell is one Washingtonian that has became a welcome addition to the campaigns of some high profile Tea Party candidates. Mrs. Mitchell, you see, is the in-demand, bulldog election law attorney that many Tea Party candidates go... Read more » More About: Super
Million Moms v Ellen: Victory Ellen, as well it should be
2012-02-10 16:23:00 I am incredibly tired of activist groups that try to push their beliefs on the masses. In the last few days, much controversy has arisen due to a Facebook Group called “One Million Moms”. Their info page states “OneMillionMoms.com is a network of Christian moms who have joined together to stand up for our children... Read more »
A big sexy and/or bitter Valentine's Day weekend
2012-02-10 16:23:00 As you can imagine, I’m not a fan of the typical “roses and champagne” Valentine’s Day celebration. (See yesterday’s White Castle post.) There’s no reason why you can’t add some quirk into your celebration. Check out some of the more unique ways to celebrate, or avoid, love. If you’re going to do desserts, go big... Read more » More About: Weekend
What we dogs really want from humans
2012-02-10 16:22:00 Brought to you by Gatsby the Weimaraner: Kyle makes some interesting points in his post “City Dog v Country Dog” but I must disagree with him on a few points. As you continue to read his posts, you will notice that he enjoys making grand generalizations, but don’t worry because I will always get the... Read more »
Two-Ingredient Chocolate Mousse for Valentine's Day
2012-02-09 18:15:00 Hey, Valentine’s Day is almost here. Want to fool your special someone into thinking you’re a gourmet cook? Here’s your opportunity. Honestly, it just doesn’t get any easier than this. Not unless you buy a box of candy from Fanny May or Godiva. But you wouldn’t score nearly as many points. Plus, you’d probably have to... Read more » More About: Chocolate
Liberals & conservatives hate waivers
2012-02-09 16:32:00 At a White House event this afternoon President Obama will announce that 10 of 11 states that applied for NCLB waivers are getting them — sort of (Ten states given No Child Left Behind waiver AP). A dozen states applied for the waivers, but the initial review of their applications by the USDE was scathing and... Read more » More About: Hate , Conservatives
Are you as brave as a four-year-old?
2012-02-09 16:31:00 “Are you as brave as a four-year old?” was the question posed by a friend’s email yesterday. I had just come off an exhausting trip to New York and New Jersey with my family. Manhattan is not fun with a three year old. My wife and I stayed in Times Square thinking my three year... Read more »
Which Bears are untouchable?
2012-02-09 16:30:00 We’ve spent enough time documenting the complicated off-season currently facing new Bears GM Phil Emery. Emery has to do the following before the start of the 2012 season: Find those few players (WR, OL, DE) to elevate the Bears, 7-3 with a healthy QB, to a legitimate Super Bowl contender. (Although I’m not sure they... Read more »
Catholic dinosaurs outraged over birth control legislation
2012-02-09 16:29:00 Starting August 1st through the Affordable Care Act, many insurance plans will be required to fully cover contraception. 28 States already require insurance companies to cover birth control. Churches will be exempt from this Bill. Some may argue that this is government interference in the free market. Some may argue that this will raise insurance... Read more » More About: Birth
Bumper to bumper on the communication highway
2012-02-09 16:29:00 Navigating social media when you’re not exactly a twenty-something (*cough*) can be a challenge. Because of my blog, I’ve learned to use WordPress, Facebook, twitter, TweetDeck and Google +! Whew! Stand back. I think my brain is going to explode! My biggest problem (outside of writing every day) is managing my news feeds. The communication highway can... Read more » More About: Bumper
Same-sex marriage bill filed, but its future uncertain
2012-02-09 16:29:00 Last June, Illinois made civil unions legal with the Illinois Religious Freedom Protection and Civil Union Act. Yesterday, a trio of Illinois legislators vowed to take the next step by filing the Religious Freedom and Marriage Fairness Act, which is a full-fledged same-sex marriage statute. Same-sex marriages are currently banned by statute in Illinois. In... Read more » More About: Future
Aggregate list of Cubs' top 25 prospects
2012-02-09 16:28:00 It’s prospect season and not to be left out, MLB’s Jonathon Mayo created his own list of top Cubs prospects. It contains a few wrinkles we haven’t seen in other lists. Some players have video so you can get a quick look at players you may not have seen. My favorite video was of Javier... Read more » More About: List
Chicago's city sticker debacle: Gang signs or not, what is the lesson?
2012-02-09 16:28:00 Under the category of “no good deed goes unpunished,” the City of Chicago has allowed high school students to submit designs for the City’s annual revenue-producing vehicle sticker. For this year’s sticker, following a round of judging at the City Clerk’s Office and a round of voting with 18,000 votes cast at suntimes.com, a winner... Read more » More About: Signs , Gang
The horrors of the Blackhawks
2012-02-09 16:26:00 The past two weeks have to be the most embarrassing stretch of hockey that I have seen the Blackhawks play since the arrival of Toews, Kane, and company. It’s not the fact that they are losers of six straight games, but it’s how they are losing the games. They aren’t getting edged by a goal or had... Read more »
Who are the "infidels?"
2012-02-09 16:24:00 The debate generated by my first post was very important, and I appreciated every comment made. One of the (many) misconceptions about Islam, brought out in some of the comments, is Islam’s attitude toward “non-believers.” Many people, including some Muslims, think that Islam demands that Muslims “hate” non-Muslims, or that Muslims should even “kill” non-Muslims... Read more »
Are newbie runners in marathons REALLY that big of a problem?
2012-02-08 22:50:00 I was surfing around, seeing if I can soak up any running advice or motivation, when I ran across A) this helpful list of “Top Ten Marathon Newbie Mistakes.” I want to add my own comments to the hydration point–yes, it’s good to be hydrated. But for me, I think I run the risk of... Read more »
Start the season right with a boat safety check
2012-02-08 22:48:00 I’ve had my boat inspected by the US Power Squadron. I’ve even taped the inspection so that people can see how simple and painless it is. To view the show here on ChicagoNow, click on the Illinois Outdoors TV link above or CLICK HERE Scroll down the list of shows and click on the BOAT... Read more » More About: Season , Start , Check
Fried chicken and me: A Black History Month expose
2012-02-08 22:47:00 For the third post in my Black History Month series, I have decided to tackle a subject that is near and dear to my heart, and that of my fellow Blacks around the globe: Fried Chicken . Over the years, many of my non-Black counterparts have often asked me the question, “[Kay]….why do Black people love... Read more »
Stop overpopulation: February is Spay and Neuter Month
2012-02-08 18:05:00 Please consider spaying or neutering your pets unless you are a responsible breeder. Overpopulation leads to crowded animal shelters and euthanasia.
So what floats your boat?
2012-02-08 16:54:00 In my profession, I get asked all the time “so where do you find your inspiration?” HA! Isn’t that the $10 million dollar question. On the outside, I tend to give these inquisitors an answer that starts with a silent pause, while I gaze into the distance as if in search of the perfect words... Read more »
Don't touch my junk
2012-02-08 16:48:00 Steely-eyed, I held the gaze of the man at the check-in counter. It was our second meeting. “Yes,” I repeated, “I need to check this bag.” “You’re sure about that.” He was bored, but the moment might have punctuated a long irritating day at an airline check-in desk with a diverting few seconds. “You want... Read more »
C'mon CTA, not my Red Line stop
2012-02-08 16:34:00 Before moving to Uptown, I used to shun the Red Line train. I didn’t like the crowded train cars or the “interesting” characters who rode the train with me. However as I’m realizing that I tend to have to learn things the hard way, I appreciate the redline, especially the Lawrence stop. I can easily... Read more »
Can Rick Santorum take advantage of his big night in the GOP primaries?
2012-02-08 16:29:00 What the (insert four letter word here)? I really didn’t expect this. Rick Santorum easily won two states on Tuesday night and won Colorado by five points. Santorum wins handily 45%- 27% over Ron Paul in Minnesota, with Mitt Romney at 17% and Newt Gingrich at 11% (with 89% reporting). In Missouri, Santorum won by... Read more » More About: Night
The most sensible argument for gay marriage
More articles from this author:2012-02-08 16:29:00 Yesterday, an appeals court in California over-turned a voter approved ban on same sex marriage. I have always been pro gay marriage, but could never articulate the reasons why like Newark Mayor Cory Booker. So instead of me posting my thoughts, please watch this video. More About: Gay Marriage 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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