Wallet status
The contents of my wallet are slowly trickling back to me. Not the original contents, of course, only replacements. I’m tired of talking about it, and thinking about it. I just want to get all the cards back and move on, be able to sign up for local events, buy holiday gifts, purchase lunches, and [...]
My Wallet Was Stolen Last Night
“I don’t have my wallet.” Those were the first words of recognition. Instantly, I knew I had been pickpocketed (or more accurately, pickpursed) while sitting at dinner last night. While enjoying a tasty burger in a quiet corner at Goose Island’s Clybourn location last night, two men dressed in dark clothing sat at the table [...]
Technology: A Necessary Evil when Traveling Overseas
Technology is a necessary evil. As much as I would have liked go completely off the grid on my trip overseas, I brought two major pieces of technology with me on the trip: my iPhone 4S, and my Nikon D60 DSLR camera (with two lenses).
Italy Costs
Some of you asked me how much my Italy trip cost. The honest truth is that I don’t yet know the true cost of the trip. Several elements factor into that: The trip was a gift to my mom. Therefore, I started putting money into an account for her about 5 years ago. The first [...]
Mama Mia! Thoughts on Italy
I’ve never seen my parents happier.
