Truth to a lot of people, turning the leaf to a new year means taking on new challenges and cutting out bad habits. Making such a decision can be life altering as you push through another year, but it is with keeping them that people find incredibly challenging. As life’s obstacles take its toll on us, so does our resolve to keep our resolutions. Having a goal is a great first step, but it means nothing without the tireless pursuit of achieving them.
When the crisp morning air begins to lazily gust on my cheeks, when I see the leaves start to dress in splendor of orange and fiery red, when delicate mists blanket the lush grass-filled meadows, when the tree-lined streets set ablaze with red flame and golden leaves, when the first dainty crystal frosts glisten in silvery sparks glued on twigs, and, in the fullness of time, when I hear the first crunch of the winter snow, then my concealed anticipation of thrill begins to grow. December is manifestly fast approaching!
The City of Chicago is more than just an urban jungle of towering skyscrapers and feats of engineering prodigies. Within this electrifying metropolis is a plethora of architecture, arts and historical anecdotes awaiting your discovery.
Born and raised in the tropical island nation of the Philippines, it is ambiguous to think that temperatures in the 40’s would even come close to being a ‘heat wave’. Over a decade living in mid western United States somehow molded my perspective, and such a day resounds an opportunity to roam. Truly, a great day to embark on a short culinary day trip.
I have an old soul but a kid at heart. I am always fascinated with historical structures and archaic surroundings. This small town in Illinois did satiate the yearning of an old soul. I also love to always discover new towns, uncover hidden gems in surprising places and relish the adventure it made me feel exploring yesteryears’ tale.
