The Passing of an Era

Sears Tower is now the Willis Tower. Thankfully I happened by at around the same moment the new signs were uncovered.

13 Minutes in the Roasting Machine

This is what the beans look like after being transformed in the 50 year old German machine at 400 degrees F. From left to right you can see the change from samples extracted every few minutes.

A lot of coffee!

At the Chicago Intelligentsia coffee roasting plant.

Frozen Lake Michigan on a very cold day

A cool view from Sears Tower.

The Moment of Victory at the Obama Grant Park Rally

Air and Water Show

All six of the Blue Angels flew over our heads at Montrose Harbour beach today. Multiple times in fact and all very, very low. These seagulls decided to join in the fun!

Kegs of Ruin

Just one random corner of the massive keg pile after last nights festivities. My hangover today is suggesting that I skip any further imbibing today.

Sweet Blue Chicago

Watching the blues Chicago style at Blue Chicago and drinking Coronas.

The South side celebrates in lights!