Chiiii-caaagoooo...my kind of town....

If you have yet to expreience a Chicago summer, it sucks to be you.This weekend was such a good Chicago summer weekend, I've decided to show you how awesome this city through my eyes! Stevie Wonder - free concert at the Taste of ChicagoMe: I am glad I didn't make a sign. Stevie couldn't see it back here. Sacks: (gives me a strange look)Me: Oh, I guess he couldn't see it anyways Chicago Gay Pride Parade...

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Let the Countdown Begin

Miss Jillian Bonkowski turns 21 in exactly one year!This one's for you J ...

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Secret Stash

Summer reminds me of going to concerts in Pittsburgh at Starlake. Like a true Pittsburgh Girl, I spent most of my younger years consuming alcoholic beverages illegally before the concert. My slick friends and I would disguise our Keystone Ice in pop cans or those green tea bottles that are fully covered in a mint green color. Kids like me are grown up and creating much cool items for people to...

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You'll Go Down in History...Like George Washington

If you've never been to Pittsburgh, I must say it is truly a unique city. From the three rivers that surround the city, to the little trolleys that take you up a mountain that over looks the skyline, all the way to the distinct language the natives speak. Brady and I have become very familiar with the Pittsburgh over the last month. Specifically the Airport. So familiar in fact, my lovely...

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Damn Right it's Dad’s Day

Damn right Canadian Club has one of the best advertising campaigns out there. The brand found that their target (young men of legal drinking age) felt that CC was something “their dad drank.” So they created a campaign with the tag line, “Damn right your dad drank it.” With visuals and quick sayings that reinforce that your dad was a cool guy in his younger years! Here are some of the ads ...

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Jump Around

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Knit Together

In 2006 I closed shop on the Brandi Bonkowski Kitting Factory. After a number of failed attempts, that included a scarf more fit for a dog and an unfinished blanket, it was time to throw in the towel (or yarn).While I experienced some frustration trying to teach myself the craft, knitting can be very therapeutic. To learn the ropes of knitting, I suggest hosting a “Knit Together.” Some people also...

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Rainbowly Delicious

I’ve heard about Skittles Vodka, but I thought it was an urban legend. Until now.For this Thirsty Thursday, I decided to google Skittles Vodka and low and behold there were a number of sits giving away a recipe for what I can only assume is delicious. What You Will Need Handle of vodka Large bag of Skittles Directions* Separate the colors of Skittles * Select the color that you want to use to flavor...

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Make your Mark

When I was in college, my grandma once called to tell me that I needed to watch my cup at parties because there are “roofies.” Obliviously she was watching Primetime or 60 Minutes. In all honesty, I am a little disgusted looking back at how many germs I probably contracted from college parties. From beer pong balls that fell on the ground, to uncleaned beer taps, it’s no wonder I got sick all the...

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It’s Wedding Season

This past weekend, Brady and I attended our third wedding of the month. We have one more to go and then our “Wedding Season” will be over until at least November. From all of these events, I’ve made a list of some Do’s and Don’ts to keep in mind when you are planning your own wedding or party. Do: Remember the bathroom. At one wedding there was this oversized basket in the ladies room with a load...

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