THE STREETS OF CHICAGO

Chicago is a photographer's paradise. It will not be difficult to find oneself completely absorbed by the beautiful urbanscape, the variety, the past intertwined with the present, the quietude blended in the busyness that the city seems to strongly and openly display. There is definitely more to Chicago than just the Bean, Wrigley Field, Willis (Sears) Tower or Buckingham Fountain. There are so so many sights to mesmerize anyone. All you have to do is to open your eyes and look around!

Here are some of my favorite not-your-usual-tourist-attraction-but-still-as amazing sights.

BROTHER & SISTER

"Brother and sister, together as friends, ready to face whatever life sends. Joy and laughter or tears and strife, holding hands tightly as we dance through life." Suzie Huitt

PHOTO TAKEN BY DAD

THE SILLY BROTHER

"My Brother, My Friend I love my brother, my brother loves me. My friend, my hero, he always will be. In sundry ways our uniqueness is clear. He likes to go far, but I favor near. He likes to play sports and being outside. I prefer play music and playing inside. Sometimes we fight and scream at each other, but he is my friend for he is my brother." Michele' Cobb

ALL THINGS EDIBLE . . . perfect with a pot of tea!

Pichi-Pichi makes an encore appearance, this time for the camera.

Our version of FRIED RICE. What's different? The secret ingredient!

Strawberry Yum

Just strawberry

Delectable Lemon Bars (Recipe from good friend, Amanda @givemeflour.com)

Pumpkin spice cake