Do you know what today is?
No? Well. It’s a big day for my lil’ blog. I don’t celebrate “blogversaries” and such because, well, I don’t really have one. Sure, there’s the first post ever. But the focus changed. I took a hiatus or two. The focus changed yet again. Another hiatus.
My point is I don’t have an exact “date” as to when the Second City Randomness you know (and love- obvi) came to be.
HOWEVER…
I’m all about celebrating milestones and such. And today is my 800th post. Which seems like a SUPER big number.
It’s a good time to say thank you. Thank you for coming back on a regular basis. Thank you for understanding my crazy. Thank you for every comment, email, tweet, and even to a few of you who have stopped me in the streets. It’s awesome and I am so happy to have this outlet to share and discuss things with every one of you.
But because I break out in hives when things get overly emotional, I should probably stop now. I just want you to know I mean it- THANK YOU.
Anyway, how ironic that today’s celebratory post will include what I did on a Tuesday.
I still hate Tuesdays. And it turns out I’m not alone. Look at the top search terms for my blog yesterday: 
Not sure what that 6-inch difference thing is all about (and maybe I don’t want to know?), but when I see the top terms are about Tuesdays, I know you guys totally understand me. 
Anyway, this Tuesday I found myself out in the ‘burbs dealing with some car maintenance. No biggie, but it left me with some time to kill afterwards to avoid the evening rush hour traffic back IN to the city.
Rush hour is no joke, guys.
Luckily, I have friends who also occasionally have time to kill.
Mon and I took to a path along the lake near our old apartment complex and went on a run that lasted about 1.5 miles before we succumbed to slowing down to a quick walk and gossiping for the rest of the 4-mile adventure.
Funny thing- this wass the first time we’ve ever ran together. Sure, we’ve been friends for almost three years now. And yes, we both like to workout. And we both really like running. We just never have together. Strange.
Afterwards, I insisted on going to Jason’s Deli. It’s quick. It’s delicious. And there’s not a location near my new place, so I really miss it.
It’s like the salad I make at home. But better because croutons are involved. And a lil’ pasta salad on the side… and hummus… So really, it’s just better.
Some of the reason I miss it may be because there’s free soft serve with the salad bar. If you so choose…
My car got a spa treatment. I got a gossip fest with a side of exercise. My stomach was happily fed. And, most importantly, I missed rush hour traffic when heading back into the city.
It may have not been a super exciting Tuesday, but hey- it wasn’t completely awful, either.
Success.
Filed under: Random Rants Tagged: | blog nerds, Jason's Deli, Jason's Deli Salad Bar, running with friends, Yuck Tuesdays
Happy 800th post! I also don’t have an “anniversary” because of a lot of the same reasons you mentioned, which basically means that you and me are pretty much awesome and not boring.
I look forward to 800 more…just not all at once, as that would totally be overkill.
Twinsies! ha. Awesome is right. I like your mindset on this…
I’ve been reading your blog for a bit, but this is my first comment, so hi!
Mostly, I just wanted to say that the Chicago rush hour traffic confuses me so much! I was there about a month ago and we left on a Monday afternoon (we were flying out of Milwaukee so we left Chicago around 3pm for our 7pm flight). We expected to hit traffic from all the people who live in the suburbs and drive into the city for work. I was so confused because all of the traffic was going INTO the city, not out of and we had a perfectly pleasant drive! Can you explain this to me?? In Boston, all of the traffic is LEAVING the city during rush hour in the evening so that’s what I expected from all bigger cities…
I did enjoy Chicago though (despite the fact that it rained on me on my birthday!)!
I’m so glad you said heeeeeyyyy!
Welcome to Chicago, my dear. We welcome you with open arms!
Happy 800th post. As you know I love reading about your day. You always put a smile on my face. I look forward to many more. Have a beautiful week my friend.
Thank you, my dear! Your comments always make me smile.
800 is a big number to me. If it makes you and your other readers feel better, I hate Tuesdays too. Misery loves company.
Down with Tuesdays!
800 posts! Congrats! and yes, that does seem like a super big number!
I’m with ya on loving Jason’s Deli. One of my favorites for sure! They have a killer salad bar! And the soft serve at the end of your meal! Yum! Close to my favorite thing about the place!
Salad bar is right! It’s what I end up getting probably 75% of the time… delish!
Anytime you can miss rush hour is a good day, especially on a Tuesday. I’ve yet to go to Jason’s Deli- surprising, considering how often you’ve touted its glories!
DUDE. There’s one downtown! We need to get you ON THAT.
Happy 800! Now if you’ll excuse me, I’m off to google “the 6″ difference”….
Inform me of your findings. I am still a bit curious…
Happy 800th post, dear! I may not always comment, but I totally love reading your blog!
And for that, I love you! xoxo
Your posts always brighten my mornings. Just saying.
And that 6 inch difference search made me choke on my water a little. Thats awesome.
Well I know where your mind is… bahahaha!
congrats on 800! definitely a big number–i think i’m at about 28. your blog is one of the few non-denver ones i read every day, since i’m shamelessly using the blog world to make friends in my new city. your posts definitely brighten my day.
i’m not sure how much caché being on my blog short list really has, but definitely think you can count it as VIP status
Thank you!!!
And girl… what is your blog? Your wordpress doesn’t have the link to your blog on it and I am dying to know!
i’m so bad at the internet.
http://goingsomewheregood.blogspot.com
and yes, i just had to open a new tab to make sure that was right.
My “anniversary” was technically this month, but I feel the same way you do. 800 is legit homie.
And that sounds like a pretty great Tuesday in my opinion. I wish I had friends nearby to run/walk with.
I wish I could walk DC every saturday with you…
Congrats on 800 posts! That’s a huge mark. Keep sharing your life, weirdness and all.
Thanks babe!
800 is HUGE! Congrats!
I don’t remember the last time I even checked to see how many posts I’ve done. Ha.
Thanks, lady!
Congrats on the posts! You are awesome and that’s why I keep coming back! Besides, I like a girl who loves a hefty salad like I do! Love ya Amy! Thanks for sharing your crazy life with me!
Thanks boo! Next time we meet up, we’ll have to hit up a solid salad bar. We’ll take it downnnn….
Happy 800th post! I feel like Cecil should have made an appearance to celebrate.
And can you please do a search term post? Please please please? I miss those.
Which reminds me… I haven’t heard from Cecil in AGES. It makes me super sad.
Happy 800th post! Is it creepy if I point out that I’ve read every. single. one. Because back when I first found you, I read them all. Yup. HEART YOU.
Nope. Not creepy at all. It’s what sister wives do.
Happy 800! I love that you ran with Mon! I missed our run yesterday. Tuesdays are weird for me now (with my work schedule). Wah wah wah…
I know! I missed you guys.
Maybe we’ll have to move our therapy sessions to wednesday or thursday?
You, my dear, are anything BUT boring!
I try to be as amusing as possible when doing the same thing day in and day out. It’s a rough job, but someone’s gotta do it.
Happy 800th! I’m glad you’re here
Thanks my dear! And I’m glad to have met you.
Happy 800 my dearie!! I honestly don’t know what I’d do the first 10 minutes of my work day if I didn’t have this to read. Even if I’m reading about things you and I did the day before – it’s a pleasant little recap. Luvs ya boo.
You just like reading about yourself.
Love ya, boo! xoxo
A very happy 800th – I think I’ve been here for many of your amazing posts. It’s been fantastic knowing you and laughing along.
Any form of free soft serve has my vote. And yes, when I have to go with my nanny to Ryan’s it’s pretty much the only thing I eat.
I’ve been reading for awhile, so I figured I’d say hi and happy 800th!
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