Monday, August 29, 2011

Weekend in Chicago

Apparently, my birthday has turned into a birthday month......since it isn't even my birthday yet, and already I've gotten this wonderful gift, a weekend with my sister. It was great to have a weekend away with her....no husbands, no kids.....no stress. Just girl talk, lots of laughs, way too much eating, drinking, and enjoying each other's company. So here is a little peek into our weekend!

I had so much fun taking photos of this beautiful city I live so close to!
Lisa and I rode the Ferris wheel at Navy Pier....... : ) (And yes, I did take this photo!)

I am not sure why, but a huge sculpture of Marilyn Monroe was there right on Michigan Ave. Had to take a picture of her..... ; )

We visited the famous Sprinkles Cupcake Bakery on Walton Street........it has been highlighted on Food Network....and I can see why! Their cupcakes are YUMMY! and yes, being the big dork I am had Lisa take a picture with my $34.00 worth of cupcakes......but oh...so worth it!

And here they are........Red Velvet, Carrot Cake (x 2), Black and White, Chocolate Marshmallow, and Chai Latte........

And here is my big sis and I stopping to look at the view at Navy Pier.......

Shall I take more photos of food? Of course! I got a surprise knock on the hotel door for this delicious surprise........



We went to see Million Dollar Quartet and I got my picture taken with Jerry Lee Lewis......okay not the actual Jerry Lee......but as you can see from my lack of eyeballs in this picture I was pretty happy with this Jerry Lee..... ; )

We had a delicious dinner at Catch 35........one of my favorite places!

Oh! And did I mention I got cake? ; ) A molten lava type of cake that was warm and gooey!

And here I am just a couple weeks shy of my 40th birthday........I get to enjoy a couple of more weeks in my 30's! LOL!

I seriously think I gained 10lbs eating all the cakes and sweets from this weekend! But in all seriousness, I had a great weekend......and is definitely a part of the many sweet memories I hold near to my heart.


Thanks for letting me share this with you!

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13 comments:

  1. Jana EubankAugust 29, 2011 at 9:54 PM

    Awwww! Looks like you had so much fun!!!! Happy Early Birthday! You are GORGEOUS! HUGS!

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  2. MarieAugust 29, 2011 at 9:56 PM

    Happy Birthday!! So glad you had a wonderful weekend!
    Marie
    Craftelicious.blogspot.com

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  3. Margie HiguchiAugust 29, 2011 at 10:09 PM

    AWW~! What a GREAT time you were having!! Happy EARLY birthday, my dear sweet friend!! Lovin' all the food too = YUM!! xo

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  4. Cricut CoupleAugust 29, 2011 at 11:11 PM

    Oh wow! So jealous! I LOVE SPRINKLES!!! Her strawberry one is INCREDIBLE!!! Between Sprinkles and the brazillian restaurant (can't remember the name right now) it always costs me an extra $200.00 to go to Chicago. Hee! Hee! What a wonderful trip! Wow! They are really going to have to come up with something pretty amazing to top this on your actual birthday, huh?

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  5. SusieAugust 30, 2011 at 3:25 AM

    Birthday Blessings to you! I would love to be able to spend a weekend like that with my Sis. Great photos. The food looks super scrumptious!

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  6. Carolyn/MamaCAugust 30, 2011 at 4:31 AM

    What a beautiful Birthday celebration! So much fun and you got to eat cake, several times! Chicago is a beautiful city! Happy Birthday!
    Carolyn
    http://cccscraproom.blogspot.com

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  7. PamAugust 30, 2011 at 6:24 AM

    Happy Birthday to You!!!! Great pics! I have wanted to go to Chicago for years. I'll make it there yet! I think I gained 10 lbs. just looking at your yummy cupcake/cake pics. lol!

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  8. Andrea CAugust 30, 2011 at 6:45 AM

    I just stumbled upon your blog while looking for halloween inspiration. I just wanted to say what an amazing crafter you are. Your creations are all so clever, classy and cool. Glad you had a great time us Mums always deserve a little break every now and again. xx

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  9. Sandy from UkiahAugust 30, 2011 at 9:52 AM

    What a awesome birthday week...

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  10. DebbyAugust 30, 2011 at 5:36 PM

    Oh that looks like fun. Youlook so beautiful. Happy Birthday.

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  11. Luv 2 CreateAugust 30, 2011 at 6:50 PM

    Wow Looks like you are having a wonderful month of birthday celebration. All the bakery items look luscious. I have gained 10lbs just looking. Enjoy!!!
    Marcie

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  12. GabyCreates.comAugust 31, 2011 at 1:11 AM

    Oh you look radiant and so happy! So glad you had a wonderful time.... made me remember I took my BFF to celebrate his 40th in Chicago! for him was the Ralph Lauren restaurant! --anyway thanks for sharing!

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  13. Sue from OregonAugust 31, 2011 at 7:42 PM

    Oh it looks as if you had a couple GREAT DAYS! What a perfect weekend! Happy early birthday!

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