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New Streetscape
We have a new streetscape! Last winter, I took photos of our first real snow day in Oak Park. You can see them here. Where we once had a big Christmas tree and a closed street. We now have a … Continue reading
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FIRE!
This is crazy blurry but a couple of weeks ago, I was on my way home and got diverted because of a car on fire around the block from my house. The car was on fire, pouring out smoke, and … Continue reading
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Megan & Maddie
My friend Megan and her daughter Maddie came to spend the day in Oak Park! We had a great time. I took them to The Spindle (which is close to becoming history to make room for a new Walgreen’s–GRRR!). We … Continue reading
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Moulin Rouge Bedroom
Dale and I started cleaning up my vanity–it was my great-grandmother’s and I’ve had it since I was a little girl. It’s been pretty beat up. In addition to having about 100 years of use, it’s been moved multiple times … Continue reading
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World's Tackiest Headboard
So, Dale woke me up one night two weeks ago and let me know that the World’s Tackiest Headboard happened to be right outside our bedroom window–waiting to go into the trash. I was thrilled and we immediately scurried down … Continue reading
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Harry Potter Release Party in Oak Park
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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Thursday Nights in Oak Park
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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Tara & Jaycee
I’ve missed my pal Tara since she left our employer a few months back but she might be moving to Oak Park. Weekend before last Tara and her adorable daughter Jaycee came to check out the village. I drove them … Continue reading
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More Architecture in Oak Park
In addition to the many Frank Lloyd Wright homes we are lucky to live near, there are many architecturally significant homes including lovely Victorian Homes like the one above! We’re not exactly getting snow this season but the homeowner here … Continue reading
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First Snow in Oak Park
We had our first snow last week and–bonus–it was a big one! So big that Rebecca got the day off work for a snow day. That never happened in Michigan! Neat. Since we were snowed in, we went for a … Continue reading
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