… or at least it feels like I did for a bit. In my defense, I’ve been very very busy with fabulous friends and crazy amounts of things to do. Let’s rewind a bit, shall we?
After work, we got together and headed into the city towards Papacito’s for a solid BYOB experience in the Lakeview neighborhood. I had been there before. It’s nothing fancy, but if you like some decent Mexican food and have an adoration for cheesy deliciousness, it’s the place you want to be.
See? Needless to say, they approved.
We were full and ready for the next adventure: 
Annoyance Theater in Uptown Chicago. We considered Second City, but I thought it’d be fun to give them a little bit more of an intimate experience. We looked at the show list. And were intrigued by one of the shows- lovingly called Co-Ed Prison Sluts. It wasn’t just one of us that pushed to see it. We were ALL intrigued and decided to go. And giggled about the name of the show every time it was mentioned. Because we’re really 12-year-old girls at heart.
The show was raunchy fo’ sho’. But what can you expect with a name like that? And it was hilarious. A bit juevnile, but hilarious. Fun fact- it’s the longest running musical comedy in Chicago. So obviously they’re doing something right. Even if it had a creepster clown… because really, who’s not scared of clowns? They’re just awful.
A hundred laughs, two bars, and five hours of sleep later, we were up and ready to hit the city again!
Large coffee mug and an ice pack. Sorry this is “pre-makeup”. If your eyes have started to burn, I suggest you scroll down immediately… aaaahhhh!
How else would I want to start the weekend? Oh yeah… with a solid breakfast for me and my guests:
Everyone loves a baked pancake.
Once we were safe and sound on the metra, I started to plan our assault on Michigan Avenue. We started out in Millenium Park:
We cooled off in Crowne Plaza and headed to Park Grill Cafe in Millenium Park to eat. If you haven’t been- think twice. It’s overpriced. We knew this, but said screw it because we happened to be hungry right then and there and the view was pretty.
How did the stalking Shia tracking down of the movie set go? Eh. We didn’t get nearly as close as we wanted. And after a few failed attempts at different routes toward the blocked off area, we just settled for the random props being shipped in and out and overall excitement of what was going on.
We also checked out the recently installed Eye Sculpture in Pritzker Park in the Loop by the artist Tony Tasset. It’s hanging out there until some time in October.
It was eye-opening to say the least…
All we could really think about is what would happen if it got loose and started rolling down the street… Being as how it’s 30-foot tall, it would be traumatizing! And most likely quite dangerous.
After all that walking around for 4 or 5 hours, I was cool with saying no to yoga. And saying yes to Lou Malnati’s deep dish with the hometown girls and my suburb ladies.
Oh and if you haven’t noticed, I wore a romper all day in the city. I finally broke down and went with the trend- they just looked so comfy! And it totally was… But I do warn you- if you like to stay well-hydrahted like I do (which means going to the bathroom often), be prepared for feeling awkward. It’s like you undress every time you have to go. Sort of a pain. And I’m pretty sure they don’t make jumpers with snaps in the crotch for anyone over the age of 6. But it’d be pretty cool if they did…
Life is good…
Fleet Feet Women’s 10k race recap tomorrow (it went well!). I’ve GOT to take a nap. I haven’t had more than five hours of sleep in any night for the last three days. It’s nap time.
Filed under: Places to Eat, Places to See, Things to Do Tagged: | Annoyance Theater, breakfast, Chicago, comedy, Eye Sculpture, House Guests, Lakeview, Metra, Mexican Food, Millenium Park, Papacito's Chicago, Pritzker Park, Transformers 3, Weekend
So glad to hear the race went well!
I love rompers on other people but I tried a couple on and they gave me camel toe. I guess I have a weird proportion. hahaha. TMI sorry!!
I know what you’re saying- I saw a poor girl who’s romper was a size too small and she was definitely sporting the camel toe on an already too hot and uncomfortable day… ick
rauncy and juvenile? sounds like my kind of show!
and yes–you look GREAT in the romper! I havent found one I can pull off yet!
The mexican food looks delish, and sounds like a fun time playing tourist in the city!
Playing tourist is extremely fun. It makes me appreciate the city I live in that much more!
I love the romper! You look so cute in it.
They SHOULD make them with little snaps in the crotch. It would add so much to the convienence factor!
I know, right?!?! Especially for nights of drinking!
What a great time with friends! That eye sculpture is crazy! I don’t know that I would want to see that much eye?! That show sounds great…I am with you on the clowns…freaky! Get some rest and enjoy the rest of your Sunday!
yea right, you KNOW you look good without makeup! i think u look just as beautiful FYI <3
ohhh the ice pack LOL. and you truly have such lovely friends, always great to laugh and dine together, which btw couldnt have been better with that mexican food!
water parks and a day of exploring WOW! these are the weekends people LIVE for!! <3
hope your week ahead will be just as fun!! xoxo
What a great night out! That show does sound funny.
I need a good night out with the girls ASAP.
Sometimes a solid girls weekend is totally necessary. Words to live by…
You have had a busy busy weekend…and you (and your friends) are so cute! I love spending time with my girl friends, and it sounds like you all had an amazing time. Your plate of Mexican food made me wish we were getting some tacos for dinner tonight!
Yep- Mexican food is something I rarely get tired of… it’s delicious!
Eek that eye totally freaks me out; especially all of the little bloody veins. You, on the other hand, are looking super gorgeous, and it’s great to hear that you had a good time with your friends and that your race went well.
Hope you catch up on your sleep! I’m a complete waste of space if I’m sleep deprived, and there’s no living with me until I get my nap on…
I know! The eye was cool to see, but crazy eerie all at the same time…
A giant eyeball sculpture.. interesting. Why someone would feel inspired to create that makes no sense to me but then again, I’m not artist. I kind of wish that it would get loose and go on a rampage..
That sucks that you didn’t get to see Shia but at least you got to be near things that he probably touches/touched! I mean, it’s not as cool as touching him but it’s kind of similar. Sort of. I feel like the whole touching thing sounds dirty.. and it does.. so I’m just going to go now.
Oh, wow, that eye is a little freaky, but cool at the same time! Looks like you guys had fun! I’m loving the romper…it looks so cute and comfy! Can’t wait to hear about the race!
Thats one cool eyeball and I would totally wear a romper if I had nice legs, so you go girl.
Looks like you ladies had a great wknd!
Ahh I have been craving mexican lately!! And your baked pancake looks quiiiite amazing.
It looks like you had a great time! I love going into the city, but don’t do it enough.
I would love to come clean for you, but unfortunately FH makes enough mess for me to be constantly cleaning
Oh I know- sometimes I forget how much fun it is to play tourist!
I am in love with you in that romper! YOU ROCK THAT THING!!!! love it!
Looks like fun! And loved the outfit! I saw a romper like that at Urban Outfittters and was wondering what it looked like on (as I didn’t have time to try it on). Cuteness!
this looks good fun! never heard of a baked pancake before! lol! Loving the outfits too! lol! x
The bathroom situation is exactly what’s keeping me from getting a romper, but I think they’re adorable!
That show sounds hilarious. I love immature humor!
aaaah that eye is totally freaking me out!!!
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