Oh hey there, again.
Sorry to have been away from my laptop. I’ve been distracted with so many activities!
Like meeting up with Heather to listen to her tales of running the Chicago marathon last Sunday. To be honest, I have no intention of ever running anything longer than a half marathon, but I do love to hear about the training that goes into it and how much fun race day is.
Heather comes to Chicago to visit her sister often, however, we continued to miss each other. It would have happened again because I was frolicking through the historical city of Boston last weekend, but she and the fam happened to stay through Monday, so I got all the good details.
Congrats, Heather, on finishing yet another marathon!
The girl is fabulous.
I’ve also been reading over the past week in order to be of value to the discussion at the book club Lauren invited me to. The Book Thief was finished on the train home, and I would most definitely recommend it. However, it was terribly sad. So I didn’t mind finishing the book and then starting into the drinking portion of the evening.
None of us had done a book club before, except for one girl, so we were a little clueless as to what to do. But we were sure drinking and food were to be involved. Like duh.
There weren’t enough wine glasses to go around, so I drank Malbec out of a fancy beer glass. Because we’re resourceful.
The Book Thief was set in Nazi Germany over the course of World War 2. So the conversation wasn’t super happy-go-lucky (hence the need for more wine), but it was interesting to hear all of the different views on the book, the history surrounding it, etc.
We all patted ourselves on the back for being more well-rounded and cultured because of it. And stuff. Like totally.
And if that wasn’t enough, I’m even going to a museum this weekend. A museum! To learn about stuff! Check me out!
All this education and culture is making me twitch.
Excuse me as I check to make sure Jersey Shore is set to dvr tonight…
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So so so great to finally meet you, too!! But why do I look so stinkin tired in that picture???? Did I look tired when we met up? I promise I wasn’t!
You and Colin can compare museum notes this weekend……
Whatever! You look great!
And I’ll have to keep the blog post PG that day so C can read it. lol
You are so funny! Book clubs are a lot of fun, and they do typically include food and wine. You were right on.
Good to know you recommend the book. I have a few in my line up but am always looking for new reads.
-Heather
Definitely throw it on the list! It’s a little slow in the start, but keep reading!
Man, you’re cultured. And stuff.
It does seem like there’s a lot more going to make us all more well rounded in the fall, doesn’t it?
Summer and fall are always nuts! Then I hit hibernation mode in the winter… lol
I was in a book club for a bit, but it sort of disbanded. I think this is because there was no wine involved.
Well there’s your problem! ha ha!
That first picture is from Boston right? I went to college there so I thought I recognized it in my head before I even read your post!
A few co-workers and I are about to start a book club. We have no clue what we’re doing either. All in the pursuit of culture!
Actually, that’s Chase Plaza in Chicago! Must be a similar place…
D’oh! Must be similar.
I’ve never wanted to run a marathon either. Oddly, though, the idea of a Ultra appeals to me.
Haven’t you seen Night At The Museum? Going to a museum isn’t educational, it’s super cool.
I’ve seen that one and the sequel! I hope we get stuck inside when they lock up for the night…
I really need to find a book club. I read a lot and i love wine. Why hasn’t it happened for me yet?
Patience, grasshopper…
My name is Mollie, I’m 27 and I’m addicted to Jersey Shore. There, I said it!
hahaha! I love that show. It’s just so dang entertaining.
And are those your kicks in that pic?? I LOVE them! So cute and sparkly!
Yes they are! And thanks- I love shiny things.
Your activities lately are off the chart- I’m loving it!
Seriously- who am i??? lol
I spy the Alamos Malbec at the front — one of my fave go-to wines!
Lauren picked it and I will definitely say she has good taste…
Wait…so you DO read in book clubs? I thought that was just a cover
haha
Actually, I’d love to be part of a book club – wish I were closer to ya’ll!
bahahahaa… I would have no issues with just being in a “wine club” either. :p
Oh my gosh I’m glad you reminded me to set the DVR for J-shore. Wouldn’t want to miss out on that.
Also, I love the wine in a beer glass. Classy is classy.
We were running short on wine glasses. I don’t mind being resourceful. I woulda drank it out of a solo cup if need be.
Going to the museum feels like SUCH a grown up thing to do! Look at you go.
Right? I’m so cultured. :p
I loved, loved that book (I think I’ve said that before). I was weeping when it ended. Which museum are you going to?
We’re going to Field! I haven’t been there in almost 4ish years? It’s crazy.
Two of my favorite ladies! Wish I was there to catch up! I really wanted to hear more about the marathon too! I am totally fascinated by the amount of endurance and discipline those people have!
It’s insane. And Heather was talking about doing another one! Crazy!
Have you read Jen Lancaster? She wrote a book about spending a year to become more cultured. And she lives near Chicago. I think I remember you reading one of her books. She’d probably be your best friend. Maybe she already is…
I was *THIS CLOSE* to quoting her and her Jenaissance! Didn’t know if anyone would have picked up on it… damnit!
And yes- I want her to be my BFF. We would love each other. She just doesn’t know it.
A) nice stepbrothers quote. Favorite. B) well at least now I know why you haven’t updated me via email………………………….
:I
I have like half the email written. I suck at life. :/