Sweet Home Chicago

It is July 2010, and Kate and Adam are back in Singapore after a whirlwind trip to Chicago and Edwardsville, IL. We were home as Kate was the Maid of Honor in Sarah and Justin's Wedding in downtown Chicago.

Kate spent the first weekend in Chicago for Sarah's shower and bachelorette party (hen night). For the sake of all involved, those pictures won't make the blog. :) Kate made it home on Father's Day, and there was much rejoicing.

Adam went on to Edwardsville to see his family for that first weekend before he went to Philly for meetings. Adam learned that his dad can still best him in a round of golf.

After some much needed family

time and Adam's time in Philly, Kate and Adam made it back

up to Chicago for Sarah and Justin's wedding. They had a beautiful ceremony and reception at Fulton's on the River. Good times were had by all!

On Sunday, Adam's mom threw a very nice shower in Lockport. We're very glad Kate's Mom, Grandma, and Aunt could meet Adam's family.

On Monday, Kate and her family toured chicago while Adam and his Mom and Dad continued their own exploration of Chicago.

Adam's first culinary adventure was at the infamous Billy Goat Tavern known less for its double "cheeseborger" than its history. So the story goes, the owner of the Billy Goat was denied entry to the 1945 Cubs World Series because he wanted to bring in his pet goat. The Cubs lost that series, and many blamed the "curse of the billy goat." The Cubs have yet to win a World Series since. How could Adam pass up a chance to eat at a place that has caused so many Cubs fans so much misery? :)

Adam and Kate's family met up at a great little place on Michigan Avenue called the Purple Pig: Cheese, Swine, and Wine. Needless to say, we had a little of each! That was the last stop before Kate's family went back to Edwardsville. Adam and Kate were off to the airport the next morning...

It was so great to see everyone, and get a little travel adventure in the US for once. Until next time,

Adam and Kate