Hello, Wisconsin

Hello! I have to fly 806++ miles (pretty much the whole day) tomorrow from Chicago to Washington, D.C. to New York so I'm trying to keep myself awake despite the threat of a rather phantom, splitting headache. I like to sleep while in flight, that's why. So, instead of sleeping time off, I'll post pictures instead.

Here are some of my photos from Blue Harbor in Sheybogan, Wisconsin. It's a recreational destination with a water park, pools and a beach front. We stayed in one of the villas over looking the very cold Lake Michigan and because of the fog, the whole place got that Shutter Island feel all over it. Remember the lighthouse paranoia from that movie? Exactly. Conspiracy theories aside, a peaceful and tranquil place like this calls for many emo moments as captured below. It's a nice place. Very soothing and relaxing. Of course, I read most of the time because if it's relaxation you want from me, you have to hand me a book. Thankfully, the pages didn't stop me from snapping a few photos of such an excellent place. :)

And of course.. not to miss:

Some candy.

That is all. Hello, Wisconsin!!!

Steak Night

As a guest, I am not hard to please. You don't have to ask me where I want to go, you just have to ask me what I want to eat. In my book, good eats must always come first. It is always more important than the sights one has to see.

Manang Raisa, one of my older cousins who also lives in Illinois, takes me out on dinner and movie dates while I'm here in Chicago. It was during one of those nights out that I had the pleasure of feasting on LongHorn's Outlaw, an 18oz. Rib Eye (bone in) grilled to the trifecta of steak perfection--(tasty, soft, juicy). It was delicious and extremely satisfying. We all know that the key to great steak is the marbling, and this one must have been a vision of red and white all over because it stayed juicy and soft for two hours (it took me that long to finish). Succulent, medium rare steak with sweet potato & butter and plenty of asparagus side servings. Aaah, the rub was the best part. Sea salt, black pepper, olive oil. It didn't need a lot really, and it was so good I finished off my plate and all my sides. It was excellent and is possibly one of the most satisfying dinners I have had while I'm on vacation.

And then, I had fried cheesecake with ice cream on top afterwards.. A total gob and gab fest all in one night because that's just how I am. When I'm happy about the food, I talk--sometimes, even for days.

Pictures of You

I haven't been uploading pictures because nothing's coming out pretty nowadays. Not even me, and that is such a shock. Chos. I'm not really in the mood to write so here's a sneak peek of where I've been this past two weeks. If you're new, I'm currently spending my time in Illinois, otherwise known as the Badger State or the Land of Lincoln. These pictures were taken during a walk along the Magnificent Mile in downtown Chi-town. I love that monicker. :D Hehe.

People:

Places:

Food:

Boys:

Hehehe. I know.

I tried writing about every picture but in reality, there's nothing much to say. I'm a bit tired too. Maybe tomorrow I can post better pictures and blog about them in the proper, lengthy way. For now, a good morning (it's 03:00am) to everybody. Have a great Fourth of July weekend.