Category: chicago

  • I ran the Chicago Marathon and I feel fine!

    As I was approaching the Charity Block Party at the Bank of America Chicago Marathon, I could feel the energy from the tents of all the participating charities. My legs were starting to get tired but the energy and support from these tents gave me an extra boost to continue for a few more blocks.…

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  • The beginning of something big.

    You know how when you see an amazing movie or hear a song that just blows your mind, you want to tell everyone about it? Next thing you know you have so much you want to say that it doesn’t make sense or you end up sounding like a nonsensical idiot. Well, that’s how I…

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  • This Fandad becomes a #Russelldadlete and it’s pretty cool…down there.

    (Disclaimer: The Fandads were provided with a pair of Russell CoolForce Performance Underwear in exchange for this post. All thought, opinions, tired legs and sweaty body parts are our own.)  Ok, I know the title might be a little weird to you right now, but it will all be explained in due time.  Lately, I…

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  • Long Way North Movie Review

    It’s always great when you watch a movie with your daughter that has a strong female character in it. In a world where we see more princesses becoming independent, it’s great when a movie comes along that shows a character finding her independence and gaining strength from it. In the movie LONG WAY NORTH, we…

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  • Remembering The Exorcist #Giveaway

    I remember seeing The Exorcist when I was a little boy. I saw most of the movie with my hands over my ears and my eyes closed. Just hearing Regan’s demonic voice scared the crap out of me and I remember I would see her face everywhere after that movie ended. That movie really scared…

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  • Run like the wind or Look at me trying to be sporty 104

    I know that is not how the songs goes, but it would have been strange to title this post “Run like the wind, Bullseye!” because I am not a fast runner like Bullseye the horse was. Since our last episode, I am still training for the upcoming Chicago Marathon. The program I am on has…

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  • Kubo and the Two Strings review

    From the nods to Ray Harryhausen and Akira Kurosawa, KUBO AND THE TWO STRINGS is an instant masterpiece that will please all who watch it. Now I know that sounds like a big claim to make, but this movie is a breath of fresh air.From the opening scene you can see all the hard work…

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  • Cooking dinner in minutes with Minute® Ready to Serve Rice. #ReadySetServe

    This shop has been compensated by Collective Bias, Inc. and its advertiser. All opinions are mine  alone. #ReadySetServe #CollectiveBias When I was younger my dad cooked for us all the time. One of his first jobs when he came to America was a line cook at a local pancake house. For breakfast on the weekends…

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  • Unboxing and Reviewing the LEGO Nexo Knights

    Disclaimer: The Fandads received a free AXL LEGO Nexo Knights figure for this review, but all words and opinions are our own.  LEGO has been a big part of my life since I was a little boy. One of my favorite LEGO sets was the Police Rescue Boat that my parents got me one year.  I would…

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  • Frito-Lay helps children get wild this summer!

    With summer already underway, parents are trying to find ways to keep their children busy and active until school starts. When it comes to my family, we try to be frugal with our summer adventures and try to take advantage of everything that our city has to offer us. One thing that we like to…

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