Adventures in the Windy City and Other Recent Happenings

In regards to my lack of posting this week... I can explain. I returned home from Chicago last Sunday night and then was thrown into a whirlwind week of activities and tasks. Monday and Tuesday were dedicated to moving all of my belongings out of my apartment to a temporary holding place and then cleaning and vacating said apartment. As per usual, a monkey wrench was thrown into the mix on Monday when a potential employer called me back for a second-round interview on Tuesday. Not wanting to reschedule, I accepted the interview time, and I'm so glad I did because later that day I was offered the position! I start on Monday and I am a hotbox of emotions including excitement, nervousness, and relief. More than anything, I am eager to see what this position has in store and to start this terrifyingly wonderful new chapter of my life.

Speaking of Chicago......

It. Was. Phenomenal.

We feasted on deep dish pizzas and Chicago dogs. We sampled fine German brews and perused the various bar scenes. We made new friends and utilized close to ten different modes of city transportation (everything from trains to boats to trolleys). I love the city and I am even more convinced now that I want to live there one day. Here are a few examples of weekend festivities:

In other news..

Today my coworker, Daniel, was fortunate enough to be serenaded by me. Song of choice? Elton John's "Daniel," of course. This sparked a discussion on the existence of any songs with the name Erin, which prompted Google searches, which led to the discovery of this little ditty:

I don't hate it. And I'd like to share it with all the barista goons at Starbucks that have ever spelled my name 'Aaron.'


Happy weekend!

-E