Monthly Archives: July 2007

Flora and Fashion on the Magnificent Mile

Posted on July 28, 2007 by rkilbreath

Garden-inspired student fashions are decorating the Magnificent Mile this summer. Click on the link to see more. Dale took a few shots of ones he liked. I love the one above! Each “dress” has been designed by a local fashion … Continue reading →

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Kwik-E-Mart

Posted on July 25, 2007 by rkilbreath

Chicago has one of only 12 “Kwik E Marts” in the country, we had to pay a visit to this Simpsons-themed 7/11! And it was a hoot. The 7/11 sign is covered up with the Kwik E Mart logo! Bart … Continue reading →

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Harry Potter Release Party in Oak Park

Posted on July 22, 2007 by rkilbreath

Our little village was the site of a huge Harry Potter Release Party on Friday. The entire town was packed with Harry Potter fans and there were activities for families scheduled the entire day. Above, a woman offers divination lessons … Continue reading →

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Dale meets Floyd Landis

Posted on July 20, 2007 by rkilbreath

Dale had an exciting celebrity encounter last weekend! He went to Floyd Landis’s book signing on Michigan Ave. last week. Floyd won the Tour de France last year and is in a battle to keep the title; he’s been accused … Continue reading →

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Thursday Nights in Oak Park

Posted on July 20, 2007 by rkilbreath

Thursday nights in Oak Park in the summer features live entertainment, evening shopping, and dining tickets that allow you to sample many items from local restaurants. This summer there is a travel theme. A couple of weeks ago, the theme … Continue reading →

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Fourth of July in Oak Park

Posted on July 15, 2007 by rkilbreath

Dale and I enjoyed the fireworks in good ol’ Oak Park this year. To celebrate the midweek holiday, we slacked all day. It was pretty great. We walked just a few blocks to the Oak Park/River Forest High School stadium … Continue reading →

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Date Night

Posted on July 7, 2007 by rkilbreath

Dale and I had a date night last Saturday night. We headed downtown to Oysy, a very cool, modern sushi place. Dale has become nearly obsessed with sushi rolls in the last few months. It’s his favorite thing! I’m actually … Continue reading →

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Bela

Posted on July 7, 2007 by rkilbreath

Dale traded in one lens for another recently because he liked the depth of field available on the new one. So he took this picture and he was very, very happy with it. This is Bela. He’s a daddy’s boy. … Continue reading →

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Brian & Hilary

Posted on July 7, 2007 by rkilbreath

Last weekend our friends Brian and Hilary were in town enjoying a nice weekend trip in honor of their anniversary and Brian’s birthday. We had brunch with them on Sunday and got a chance to catch up. Very good to … Continue reading →

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Movie Night with Rachel & Tara

Posted on July 4, 2007 by rkilbreath

Last night I went to see License to Wed with my pals Rachel and Tara. We’re all big fans of The Office and had to see the stars of the show in a big screen movie. After the movie, we … Continue reading →

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