Welcome, Chuck!

Kudos to Chuck for a great debut - word on the street is that you have earned your spot. The mix CD a la Happy Meal prize was a nice touch and, as far as I know, a lunch bunch first!

Beachy Barbecue

Sniff, it's so nice to see this lovely blog off and running. How far you have all come! I just wanted to invite you all to a little send off I will be having at Montrose Beach. It starts at 2:00 and will go all night! We'll be hanging out at the park next to the beach so bring your self, your family, your dog (Chicago's official doggie beach is there). If you want to contribute to the feast bring something yummy either food or drink, but of course this is not mandatory and I would rather see your empty handed then not at all! Look for the purple balloons to find us.