tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post6281595675911295638..comments2024-03-19T02:13:10.045-05:00Comments on Out and About: Currentlyemmers712http://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comBlogger22125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-43538998717884852982014-06-12T17:02:37.288-05:002014-06-12T17:02:37.288-05:00You and me, both, Erin! I almost feel like it'...You and me, both, Erin! I almost feel like it's a waste that I live so close to all the posh restaurants on Randolph since I so rarely go to any of them. That aside, I've definitely seen too many cooking shows on TV to be comfortable dining out too frequently, as well. The quantities of butter, cream, and other rich ingredients used in restaurants just blows my mind!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-79438446064514658702014-06-12T13:37:18.633-05:002014-06-12T13:37:18.633-05:00I have SO MANY restaurants on my wish list. I wish...I have SO MANY restaurants on my wish list. I wish my wallet and my waistline could afford to eat out more often!Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01535047973293442700noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-83759308906566579392014-06-11T15:16:40.644-05:002014-06-11T15:16:40.644-05:00Yay! So excited! I LOVE potstickers. And I'm g...Yay! So excited! I LOVE potstickers. And I'm going to start setting my DVR for Chicago's Best. Incidentally - I watched a "Pizza Wars" show where they supposedly were trying to pick Chicago's best deep dish pizza, but they ended up going to a place in the suburbs, plus a thin-crust place! WTH?<br /><br />I am thrilled to hear that the cankle is doing better! That is really great news! Yes, I'll let you know if I find a good PR-attemptable 5K that I want to sign up for. Evening 5Ks are the best so I'll keep a lookout for those, especially. Otherwise, a nice fall 5K is always prime for PR attempts (plus gives me more time to do speedwork in preparation!) Thanks for being such an amazingly helpful friend!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-66435195051252968512014-06-11T11:58:15.660-05:002014-06-11T11:58:15.660-05:00I'd definitely go back to the potsticker place...I'd definitely go back to the potsticker place for brunch with you :) it was so delish! (I also need to research northern Chinese cusine so I feel more confident next time)<br /><br />Chicagos best is on Sundays at 9 or 10pm on one of the local channels. I've been to a few of the places and have yet to be disappointed. :) I think you'll like the show. <br /><br />If you find a 5k around here to do, I might be able to run with you for your pR attempt. :) the Cankle is feeling better and I start some PT Friday. There's always 5ks out in grant park in the evenings during the summer. :)Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09103441780159368391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-72614981837587120282014-06-09T09:35:25.312-05:002014-06-09T09:35:25.312-05:00Yay for my initiation into the black toenail club!...Yay for my initiation into the black toenail club! My second toe on my right foot is a bit long, too, so I understand. I try to keep the nail short so that it doesn't bump against the shoe as much, but it only helps marginally. I shudder to think about what happens when the nail eventually falls off. Blugh. And the funny thing is that my current shoes actually felt a bit looser compared to prior versions. Wonder if it's possible for shoes that are looser to also cause problems? BTW - CONGRATULATIONS on your 5K AG win this past weekend!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-8921082672759931992014-06-09T09:33:08.787-05:002014-06-09T09:33:08.787-05:00Yeah, my luck has officially run out. Sounds like ...Yeah, my luck has officially run out. Sounds like you've had a few yourself, eh?<br /><br />Let's find a time to go to the burger place! Maybe sometime over the next few weekends?emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-3719529883335070702014-06-09T09:32:34.639-05:002014-06-09T09:32:34.639-05:00Yes, the baby strawberries are pretty much the cut...Yes, the baby strawberries are pretty much the cutest fruit that I've ever seen! It'll be fun to watch the strawberries "mature" over time. =) I am so with you on wishing that I could have a garden, just because the quality really is so much better if you can pick it right before you eat it. I dislike buying fresh herbs, too. I cook with fresh basil a lot, but when I buy bunches from the store, it seems to go bad so quickly - within a day or two. I've tried growing basil at home a few times but have not had a lot of success, unfortunately (the bugs also seem to like the basil a lot, LOL!) I have a huge list of herbs that I'd like to be able to grow at home some day (sage, parsley, rosemary, cilantro, etc., etc., etc.) You too?<br /><br />I hope you had a great weekend too and that you have fully recovered from your stomach bug!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-67133876473006894932014-06-09T09:27:20.555-05:002014-06-09T09:27:20.555-05:00Yeah, this is my first-ever black toenail. I read ...Yeah, this is my first-ever black toenail. I read somewhere that getting them indicates you've taken your training to the next level. I am fearing the prospect of this particular toenail falling off. Blugh.<br /><br />I agree, why don't you live in Chicago? Think about all the pizza!!! =D<br /><br />Oh wow, you've tried growing a cantaloupe? That sounds really hard-core! So awesome that you've had success with tomatoes, eggplant, green beans, and herbs, though! I have tried growing some herbs at home and have had success with a couple of hardy chive plants, but have NOT had success with basil, parsley, or cilantro. Sigh.<br /><br />I do pronate. It's kind of scary, actually, to see how much the outer edges of my running shoe soles wear out compared to the insides. Some of my running shoes end up sitting lopsided after I've worn them long enough!<br /><br />Grilled peaches with balsamic, with or without ice cream? YUMMMMMMMMMMMMMMM!!!!!!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-63570981673207917422014-06-09T09:23:16.426-05:002014-06-09T09:23:16.426-05:00Thanks, Marcia! The weather ended up being very ni...Thanks, Marcia! The weather ended up being very nice, although maybe a few degrees warmer than ideal. Very similar to the conditions we had for SF10 but a little warmer. I'll take it, though! Especially compared to some of the heatwaves we've had in years past during this race!<br /><br />I actually have a tough time understanding how people can drink beer after a tough race! The pizza is tough when you're exhausted, too. But this year I made it work. =)<br /><br />Yay for badass black toenails!!!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-19746324114686866482014-06-09T09:21:36.666-05:002014-06-09T09:21:36.666-05:00Xaar, it was SO GOOD to see you along the course t...Xaar, it was SO GOOD to see you along the course this past Saturday! Thanks again so much for coming out to spectate, taking such great photos, and joining Adele and me for a few miles! It was so much fun!<br /><br />Oooh, Chicago's Best, eh? I'll definitely have to look it up. As cool as DDD is, it does help to have more of a local spin on things, right? And I am ALWAYS craving potstickers and authentic northern Chinese food! Do you want to go there for our brunch the weekend of the 21st?<br /><br />Appreciate your confidence in my 5K PR breakage prospects! The warm-up is REALLY key, you are right. I also want to find a good 5K course that isn't too crowded and doesn't have a lot of turns!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-85698686909183112962014-06-09T09:17:32.409-05:002014-06-09T09:17:32.409-05:00Done!!! A few other friends have gone to Spacca Na...Done!!! A few other friends have gone to Spacca Napoli and posted the most delectable-looking pictures of their food online - so I am really wanting to check it out for myself. Let's get a time on the calendar!!!<br /><br />Oooh, Glenn's Diner, eh? I wasn't aware of that place as a Guy Fieri joint. Will have to add that to the list, as well. =)<br /><br />I can't wait to hear more about your Ragnar experience!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-59379027495991454272014-06-09T09:16:06.445-05:002014-06-09T09:16:06.445-05:00Thanks, Katie! What a great idea on the DVR-PT con...Thanks, Katie! What a great idea on the DVR-PT connection! Unfortunately the shows that I do watch on DVR are all done for the summer. But - I like the concept of self-bribery, LOL. ANYTHING to get us going on PT exercises, right?<br /><br />BTW - I meant to tell you that Adam and I went to go see Cats at the Marriott Lincolnshire Theater a few weeks ago, after hearing about it from you! What a great theater!emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-89068648165802374532014-06-09T09:14:10.820-05:002014-06-09T09:14:10.820-05:00Can't wait for the Hawks to start again next y...Can't wait for the Hawks to start again next year! It was great to see you at the race this past Saturday! I've actually never found the VIP area for this race (Erica told me afterwards that this year it was to the left of the finish line. Kind of a bizarre spot.) Glad that we got our pre-race picture amidst the craziness of all the crowds. =)emmers712https://www.blogger.com/profile/15865493476823978890noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-43947011801457412972014-06-09T09:08:07.397-05:002014-06-09T09:08:07.397-05:00Welcome to the black toenail club! I have a longer...Welcome to the black toenail club! I have a longer 2nd toe (gross overshare, I know), and I think that makes me a little bit more susceptible. The worst time was after my first marathon. It was nasty and it felt weird and I gag just thinking about it. I've had a few black-ish toenails since, but they haven't been nearly as bad. Maybe I've gotten better about the sizing of my shoes?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-14254309252930511602014-06-07T20:13:11.193-05:002014-06-07T20:13:11.193-05:00No black toenails? Lucky!
I'll go to the bur...No black toenails? Lucky!<br /><br />I'll go to the burger joint with you. :-)Zenaida Arroyohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18137949290555784656noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-78873907841709826022014-06-06T12:33:19.123-05:002014-06-06T12:33:19.123-05:00Bahhhh what precious little itty baby strawberries...Bahhhh what precious little itty baby strawberries! I don't have a whole lot of complaints about city life, but man oh man do I wish I had the ability to have a garden. I'm not really a gardener at all, but just being able to grow my own food would be so nice. At least Trader Joe's sells herbs that'll survive for awhile in a pot without needing to go into the ground (I HATE buying fresh herbs -- so expensive, and in my experience, always so wasteful, since I usually have to throw most of the bunch away).<br /><br />Have a great race this weekend!Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-52296377340168676332014-06-06T09:56:58.148-05:002014-06-06T09:56:58.148-05:00OK, first of all - you've NEVER had a black to...OK, first of all - you've NEVER had a black toenail? I lost a few toenails marathon training. You are very lucky.<br /><br />That being said, I also envy your post half pizza this weekend. SO HARD! You have no idea. *Sigh* Why don't I live in Chicago?<br /><br />That strawberry plant looks delicious! I've done some fruit in the past, but they were never very successful (blueberry bushes, cantaloupe vines). However, my tomatoes, eggplants, green beans and herbs always do well. Must be the soil type around my parts.<br /><br />Do you pronate at all? I wonder how the pure flows are for those of us with mild/moderate pronation.<br /><br />And one last thing. Google recipes for grilled peaches drizzled with balsamic. Delicious (even more so with a side of ice cream, but I didn't say that).<br /><br /><br />Shinianenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/15340969239524875329noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-17899139621058494332014-06-06T08:50:28.872-05:002014-06-06T08:50:28.872-05:00Have a great race! Looks like the weather will be ...Have a great race! Looks like the weather will be good--hopefully not too hot. I gave my pizza away to the kids when I ran that one. No way can I eat something like that pot race. Shame. Black toenails are badass. Just saying. <br />Teamarciahttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03843904545493985865noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-87311802957055098522014-06-06T06:18:48.987-05:002014-06-06T06:18:48.987-05:00Good luck at the 13.1 this weekend!
Completely a...Good luck at the 13.1 this weekend! <br /><br />Completely agreed on the underwhelming Triple D experiences. I've also been to a few and the food was just meh. You should watch "chicagos best". We've slowly started going to places on that show and all have been delicious. (If you're craving potstickers and authentic northern Chinese food, I've got a place ;)<br /><br />Gummy vitamins are AWESOME! <br /><br />I think you could break your 5k PR. You just have to embrace the "discomfort" and know it's temporary. Doing some strides before the race + warmup will help too :) <br /><br />We must brunch soon after your travels :)<br /><br />Xaarlinhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09103441780159368391noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-79781948506576842832014-06-05T22:06:11.620-05:002014-06-05T22:06:11.620-05:00Spacca Napoli is in my 'hood, so let me know i...Spacca Napoli is in my 'hood, so let me know if you go and need company! Also, Guy Fieri visited Glenn's Diner on Montrose several years back, and I can vouch that they're pretty good (but I had gone there before it was on TV).<br /><br />Good luck at the 13.1 this weekend! Annehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/18403024177515079403noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-44022800977872999152014-06-05T20:06:24.219-05:002014-06-05T20:06:24.219-05:00Do you have a favorite show that you DVR or do you...Do you have a favorite show that you DVR or do you have Netflix? I bribed myself with only being able to watch my favorite shows when I did my PT exercises. That was the extra push I needed.<br /><br />Good luck this weekend!Katie @ Live Half Fullhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14846919632234188480noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3081872231855122210.post-55636214849462341512014-06-05T16:51:47.099-05:002014-06-05T16:51:47.099-05:00Sorry about the Hawks. Oh well, they're young ...Sorry about the Hawks. Oh well, they're young and they'll do well next year! Hey, I'll see at 13.1 on Saturday. Just wondering, are we meeting in the VIP area before the race? Last year when I won my 13.1 entry we got to go to the VIP area. Don't know if it is like that this year. In any case, I'm looking forward to it!Pete Bhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09655789227670205830noreply@blogger.com