Chicago

April 6-9 was spent in Chicago. What a fun getaway this was. Julie and I left the boys at home and went to tag along on Papa John's business trip.

I had an excellent plane buddy. She shared her snacks and was quiet while I napped.

Our first stop was for some good Chicago pizza. Gino's east did not disappoint.

We also ate some other delicious food...

Cheesecake Factory

 Garrett's Popcorn... one of Oprah's favorite things. Their caramel is the best.



RPM- Guiliana and Bill's restaurant

 

 

 American Girl Tea Room

We also visited lots of fun places:

Navy Pier

 

 John Hancock building

American Girl

 

Louis Vuitton
This little gem was $4,000.

 

 Walking in stores we could never really shop in was quite fun.

Through all the eating and shopping, we even fit in a few naps. One afternoon I couldn't figure out why I was so uncomfortable. Then I realized it was because I had a Hallie Claire in my back.

 

As we were riding up the escalator one day, I couldn't get over how big these 2 are.

 

That Mags... with her purse full of who knows what, wanting to wear make-up and do what the big girls do... and taking duck face pictures of herself. 

 I mean where did that cute little, scrawny baby in that awful leopard swimsuit that aunt candy bought her go?

And then there's Miss Independent, Lily Grace, who is opinionated and knows what she wants.

I couldn't believe I was looking at an almost 8 and 6 year old... well almost 8 and 6 but going on 18 and 16.

I always have such a great time getting away for a few days,but making sweet memories with these kiddos is what makes these trips fun.