They have been asking us to come back since our last trip back in the spring. I was amazed at the excitement that was generated when I emailed Nicole that I booked the ticket. Nicole immediately sent the email out saying "The Reds are coming! The Reds are coming!"
Katie called that night and we set some plans. Her three kids will be busy so she's gonna pick up Mini Red and I from the airport. We are then heading downtown to Nicole's office, on Wacker Drive, since Katie hasn't seen it yet. Yes, I am bragging about Nicole's office because it is definitely impressive up there on the 29th floor and a view to die for. Good job Chica, that is but one small perk your due considering how hard you work. Anyhow, Katie says we can hang out downtown but if I by chance suffer an injury, of any sort, we may have to go by her office and meet her boss, the single doctor.
I can't tell you how awesome these people are. Through Nicole I tagged along on a girls vacation to Puerto Vallarta. This is when I first met Katie and Jen. Katie was pregnant
with her third child at the time but this didn't stop her from a damn thing except drinking, but she doesn't need alcohol she is a high all her own. Then there is Jen… Talk about a free spirit. She knows what she wants and nothing holds her back. In Puerto Vallarta she hopped up on this statue wearing a skirt even though there was non stop wind. I was an awesome site and her skirt never flew up. The vacation was more like and episode of Sex in the City without any sex. Jen and I were the single ones in this group but she has since found herself a dude. I hear he's a hottie too!Katie has procured a babysitter for her kids and Mini Red. Nicole will probably be having a few people over for New Years and there are promises of single dudes for "Red from DC". Who knows maybe I'll eventually move there. The Red contingency needs to be represented and the men here don't seem to be interested. I would hate to ever leave my family but it could be good for the Reds. Maybe we could become the traveling Reds?
We can't wait for New Year's. It will be a blast.. of cold Windy air!
Hmm... I thought I posted a comment. Anyway, we're going to Chicago too! I'm not sure we'll stay through New Years's (going for Christmas)... although, hmm... I could get the relatives to babysit the kid and we could go out and party. Hmmm...!!
ReplyDeleteI love the idea of the "Traveling Reds"...and have the best time--I've never been to Chicago (if you can believe that) and its one of those cities I hear endless good things about. :-)
ReplyDeleteI'll put this down in the category of another good reason for me to relocate to Chicago... the Reds will already be there!!!
ReplyDeleteWishing you a great new years 8 weeks in advance =:-)
I heard that Chicago was a toddling town. I'm not certain what toddling means, but I think they have a cream for it.
ReplyDelete"The men here don't seem to be interested." A stunning indictment of city boys with their microbrewed beers and girly aftershaves, they fear your red hair.
MissChatter: Definitely keep me posted cause you know I'll be in Crystal Lake, and I know you know where that is.
ReplyDeleteKassy: Chicago is awesome, especially The Bean. You have to go in warmer weather though.
MiniJon: Mini Red and I would fit in great with the Chicago Irish. Are you Irish? Forget Christmas I can't wait for New Years!
Bruce: All the homes in Chicago seem to have garages and fireplaces. I think it's standard because of the cold and snow.
Not so sure that phrase has never been said before. For that matter I don't think that show had one episode without sex. Hmmm?
Keith: Maybe they mean toddling as in its so effing cold there everyone is snuggling and reproducing therefore having toddlers???
Me??? Feared??? Hahaha
One of my favorite clubs is in Chicago, if you get a chance you should check out Hot House (http://www.hothouse.net/).
ReplyDeleteChicago is a great city and I am sure you will have a lot of fun!
WHOOOOOHOOOOOOOOO! Now...more importantly...WHAT ARE YOU GONNA WEAR! I smell shooooopppppping!
ReplyDeleteAllan: I'll have to ask my Chicago peeps about that place. Had a blast last time walking everywhere with Mini Red.
ReplyDeleteCreoleSistah: Oh we have already decided on shopping when I get there. I think I need a nice little black dress.
Red: There is nothing Irish about me except for the Guinness I drink. I'm an Eastern European Jewish mut via NYC. I can't even understand strong Irish accents, let alone imitate them.
ReplyDeleteI am so excited that you two are coming out!! It is always so nice to see you.
ReplyDeleteYeah, January's a good time to visit Chicago.
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