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2017 Do’s – Happy New Year! :)

December 29, 2016 by Chi@glance

I’m not here to tell you what NOT to do because I want to start 2017 off great and on a positive note. With that said some of these Do’s I gotta practice myself, but remember your allowed to be a masterpiece and a work in progress “at the same damn time.” ๐Ÿ™‚ DO start […]

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Wedding Planning Tips! By: Crystal B. of Unleashing Inspiration

December 26, 2016 by Chi@glance

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With the holiday season around the corner, you also have to gear-up for engagement season! That time of year when youโ€™re inundated with texts, emails and post from your friends, relatives, and distance high school friends flashing their best smile next to their new accessory, their engagement ring. They immediately go on a worldwide tour, […]

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A Life Worth Living

December 21, 2016 by Chi@glance

During this time of the year I’m always reminded of how blessed I am, but sometimes it can be incredibly lonely as well. In January of 2004 I lost my dad to Colin Cancer. I seriously remember losing him just like it was yesterday. I was 19, I was in English class, it wasย 7:00pm, and […]

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How did I spend my Friday night?!? ๐Ÿค” I was invite How did I spend my Friday night?!? ๐Ÿค” I was  invited to cover @Karolg as she kicks off her highly anticipated ๐•๐ข๐š๐ฃ๐š๐ง๐๐จ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐„๐ฅ ๐Œ๐ฎ๐ง๐๐จ ๐“๐ซ๐จ๐ฉ๐ข๐“๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐ŸŽถ with opening weekend performances at Soldier Field in Chicago. (July 24th and 25th)

The tour has already generated incredible demand, selling more than 2 million tickets in just four days and expanding from 39 to 63 dates following an overwhelming response from fans around the world. ANDโ€ฆ Karol G debuted her new single โ€œMatadoraโ€ during opening night. โ€œMatadoraโ€ is an unapologetic celebration of feminine confidence, magnetism and self-assurance. Do you have your tickets? ๐ŸŽŸ๏ธ 

#KarolG #thingstodoinchicago #chicagoevents #KarolGworldtour #Tropitour
@WNBA All-Star weekend is HERE in Chicago! I was i @WNBA All-Star weekend is HERE in Chicago! I was invited to a super fun collab between @Sunglasshut and Basketball Player @breannastewart30. It was an event celebrating confidence, creativity, and personal expression. Plus they sent us a look book to pick a special gift! ๐ŸŽ I love my NEW @Toryburch sunglasses: ๐Ÿ•ถ๏ธ $252/ Item Number TY7228U. Great way to start the weekend! ๐Ÿ˜Ž Are you participating in any WNBA events? ๐Ÿ€

#Sunglasshut #WNBA #ToryBurch #wnbaallstar #Summertimechi
All Aboard! Weโ€™re on a boatโ€ฆand itโ€™s ๐˜ด๐˜ค๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ฎ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐…๐š๐ฌ All Aboard! Weโ€™re on a boatโ€ฆand itโ€™s ๐˜ด๐˜ค๐˜ณ๐˜ฆ๐˜ข๐˜ฎ๐˜ช๐˜ฏ๐˜จ ๐…๐š๐ฌ๐ก๐ข๐จ๐ง! I was invited to attend the sold out fashion runway show by @Koneranger aboard the @firstladycruises. We previewed โ€œHOLD-FASTโ€ A bold new collection of up cycled, cut & sewn, and contemporary streetwear designs. The show was set against the cityโ€™s iconic skyline. What a fun way to spend a Sunday! ๐Ÿ‘–Loved the unique designs.

#Koneranger #Chicagofashion #Runwayshow #Chicagoevents #Chicagolifestyle
TOMORROW is #Nationalicecreamday! To those who cel TOMORROW is #Nationalicecreamday! To those who celebrate head on over to @Levainbakery and try one of the delicious ice cream sandwich collaborations with @Prettycoolicecream. Check out their other new menu items as well like the Raspberry Pistachio Cookies or the Cookie Milk Latte. Enjoy! ๐Ÿช

#Levainbakery #Sundayfunday #Chicagobakery #Chicagofoodie
๐‘จ๐’“๐’† ๐’š๐’๐’– ๐’“๐’†๐’‚๐’…๐’š ๐’•๐’ ๐’•๐’‚๐’Œ๐’† ๐’๐’ ๐‘ป๐‘ฏ๐‘ฌ ๐‘ช๐‘ผ๐‘ฉ๐‘ฌ? I went for an e ๐‘จ๐’“๐’† ๐’š๐’๐’– ๐’“๐’†๐’‚๐’…๐’š ๐’•๐’ ๐’•๐’‚๐’Œ๐’† ๐’๐’ ๐‘ป๐‘ฏ๐‘ฌ ๐‘ช๐‘ผ๐‘ฉ๐‘ฌ? I went for an exclusive preview and CHICAGO get ready for delicious food, refreshing drinks, FUN entertainment, and the chance to step inside @playthecube and take on its iconic challenges. AND, Yes it is inspired by the hit TV show. ๐Ÿ“600 N Michigan (Enter in on Ontario Street) #Playthecube

#Chicago #Chicagoevents #Chicagfoodie #chicagogameplay
Last night was a special VIP preview of the highly Last night was a special VIP preview of the highly anticipated collaboration between the @Museumoficecream and @theoriginalrainbowcone. The museum closed to the public for the exclusive opening night celebration of this one of a kind installation honoring a 100 years of Rainbow Cone memories, magic, and unmistakable five-flavor joy. (Rainbow Cone includes: Chocolate, Strawberry, Palmer House (NY Vanilla, Cherries, & Walnuts), Pistachio-Almond, and Orange Sherbet)

Now itโ€™s YOUR turn! The immersive exhibition at the Museum of Ice Cream Chicago will be open to the public NOW through August 3rd. Hereโ€™s to 100 years of sweet memories, Chicago tradition, and lifeโ€™s sweet flavors. ๐Ÿจ#Museumoficecream 

#Chicagoevents #theoriginalrainbowcone #sweettreats #chicagofoodie
One of my FAVORITE rooftops is serving up a brand One of my FAVORITE rooftops is serving up a brand NEW summer menu! @Iogodfrey has a new line up of seasonal cocktails and shared plates. Oh and the city views are just beautiful! ๐Ÿ˜ Have you been recently?๐Ÿ“127 W Huron Street

My FAVORITE bites were the Spicy Salmon Crispy Rice and the Tuna Tostadas. YUM! ๐Ÿ˜‹. Ooooh and the Smoky Samurai cocktail was FANTASTIC! I โค๏ธ anything with Mezcal. 

#Chicago #chicagorooftops #chicagofoodie #chicagorestaurants #chicagoevents
TODAY is your last day to make it over to the ๐™๐™–๐™จ๐™ฉ TODAY is your last day to make it over to the ๐™๐™–๐™จ๐™ฉ๐™š ๐™ค๐™› ๐˜พ๐™๐™ž๐™˜๐™–๐™œ๐™ค. The (FREE to attend) five day music festival brings residents and visitors together through acclaimed cuisine, live music, and Chicago pride. Thereโ€™s 60 vendors, 20 food trucks, dozens of pop ups, and live music everyday. It was ๐˜ด๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ๐˜ฐ fun last night watching legendary R&B singer, song writer, producer - @Babyface perform up close. How is he 68 years old?!? ๐Ÿ˜ Also Common, Jennifer Hudson, and Crucial Conflict were steps away. ๐Ÿ˜ Loved witnessing so much star power! #NeverOutdoneChi

๐—ฆ๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฒ ๐—ด๐—ผ๐—ผ๐—ฑ ๐—ฏ๐—ถ๐˜๐—ฒ๐˜€ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐˜๐—ฟ๐˜†:

@Lexingtonbettysmokehouse - Macaroni & Cheese (Taste of $6)

@Badou.senegalese.cuisine - Chicken Pastel (2) (Taste of $5)

@Beat_Kitchen_Cantina_Navy_Pier - Lobster Empanada $9

@ooohweeitis - Pot Roast Cupcake $10

@thesoleingredient - Collard Greens (Taste of $6)

@Bjs_Market  Peach Cobbler (Taste of $6)

Ferris Wheel - $12 per adult 

$42 + Tax for food = Not bad at all ๐Ÿ˜Š

#Tasteofchicago #chicagoevents  #chicagofoodie #chicagorestaurants @Chicagodcase
Windy City Smokeout is back and this year the prem Windy City Smokeout is back and this year the premier outdoor country music and BBQ festival is 5 days! ๐Ÿค  (July 8th - July 12th). Thereโ€™s 24 artists, 22 Pitmasters, and a whole lot of FUN! Hearing @Hootieofficial last night brought me back to my high-school days. ๐Ÿฅฐ Are you going? Or if you went the last two days what were your favorite bites?

Hereโ€™s some goodies I tried: @Windycitysmokeout

@Hoodoobrownbbq - Smoked Beef Cheek Poutine Fries 

@Sugarfiresmokehouse - Beef Tacos

@Meatmitch - Jalepeno Cheddar Rope Sausage

@Blakesatsouthernmilling - Hot Honey Smoke Cream Cheese & Crackers 

@Zzqrva - Smoked pulled lamb with mint salsa

@Smoquebbqchicago - Texas Beef Dip Sandwich 

@Daynetxbbq - Chocolate Lasagna 

@titosvodka 

#Windycitysmokeout #Pitmaster #chicagobbq #chicagorestaurants #Chicagoevents
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