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Tuesday, August 7, 2007

Join Me On the Lake (TONIGHT!)

First things first. We have a fundraiser at work tonight on the boat. It's a lot of fun. So, if you are interested, please email me at MKraus@architecture.org or just come on down! Here's the info:
What: Boat Booze Cruise When: Today at 6:30pm - 9pm Where: Michigan Ave. and Wacker Dr. Why: It's a good cause and there is tons of food, and an OPEN BAR, and a DJ. How Much: $20 - to cover the cost of booze (still cheaper than our regular cruise that doesn't include booze)

On to what I've been doing!

How do you like my new wheels? I don't actually own this, but if you want to get me one for my birthday, it's on Saturday, October 13th... We had an ice cream social at work! I ate like a fat kid... Here's about half of the people at last weeks BBQ at the Murder House. Tomorrow, we'll probably have it in the yard since we are running out of room on the porch. I'll be late tomorrow since I have a meeting until 7pm...
Yes, that is Nick Fucking Butner at the BBQ.
Check out Alice's new tattoo!

Rich, Megan's brother, came to Chicago for Lollapolooza and stayed at the Sofitel. Swanky! Karli's brother, Adam, was at my apartment. Fancy! Now that Matt and Tyler have their own apartment, I've moved into Matt's room. Not completely, but near. Here's my new 'zine display! Thanks Billy of Loop Distro! Went to the Cubs game and saw Soriano tear a ligiment. Something I am sure will cause the 1st place Cubs to not make it to the playoffs. Also, Tom Glavine of the Mets won his 300th game. Something only 24 other pitchers have ever done (I think). Good times! 3rd base line at Wrigley Field. 1st base line at Wrigley Field. Derrick Lee up to bat. An old timey band played three rows behind me. I saw the banjo guy outside the stadium before the game screaming at the security "BUT, I NEED TO GET INTO THE GAME WITH MY BANJO!" Yes he did! You can get me this car. I like cars with sirens. If I get that car, I would get it repaired at this shop.
 While I waiting for my car to be fixed, I'd eat here and stare at the artwork of soccer players blocking hamburgers...





I hope everyone had a good time in Chicago for Lollapolooza. I liked seeing everyone. Frances, I hope you liked your $5 meal! xoxo, Mike

Saturday, July 22, 2006

Diaries of An Ex-Punk

First of all, thanks to everyone for your support with the 'zine. I'm looking to put out another one in a few months and you are more than welcome to make submissions. To view the 'zine, please go to:


To view the website for the 'zine, please go to:



This is the Chicago First Lady. This is the boat I have to make sure nothing happens to. If this boat sinks, it is my responsibility to pull it out of the water.


Lower Wacker Drive.


I suggest we official become the "United Chirp of America." Although, our symbol is an eagle. And eagles don't chirp; they shriek!


Pretty Frances loves being in Chicago!


And the Amazing Amanda wants to come too!


Moments before some douchebag pissed under a table starting a bar brawl. For real...


Can you believe we use to be roommates? Maybe we will be again someday...


The face of horror. "PLEASE GOD NO! MAKE THAT MAN STOP PISSING UNDER THE TABLE! I'M TRYING TO GET DRUNK!"


After 100+ years of great service, the Fullerton stop is being rebuilt. They are going to widen the platform and make it ADA compatible.


This is about a $500 million project that is expected to take about 6 years to complete. Not only this station, but the renovation of the entire Brown line.


Too bad this picture is so fuzzy. But, this is a camoflauge (sp?) jumpsuit. It's urban warfare attire for the classy lady.


This is a free dance class they do in Grant Park.


George W. Bush, you have been warned...


Cliff dreaming...


This is my new bike. It will be mine... Oh yes, it will be mine!


Weegee's, a new classy bar in the slums. Nice atmosphere and affordable beverages. What a great combo. Plus, a great selection of Michigan's finest beers.


Mike and Matt at Weegee's.


SME and Cliff at Weegee's.


Another bar shot of Weegee's.

Mr. Andrew Morgan. I hope you feel better now that your lung is re-inflated. Kate, sorry about not seeing you during the Lagwagon tour. I'm lame and went to bed somewhat early because of a job interview. Um, that's about it. Another busy week next week.

xoxo,

Mike!

Sunday, August 14, 2005

"I Can Drink A Whole Hennesey Fifth. Some Call It A Problem. I Call It A Gift."


I may not be on any tourism board or anything. But, I found this on Washington Ave. in Grand Haven. Granted, it is with a bunch of other military paraphenalia, I don't think it is a good idea to have Nazi flags promeniently displayed in your windows when your town has a problem of being populated with White Supremicists. Just a gut feeling.

I was in GH with Frances rocking out. I bought her glasses and she bought me food. It was a match made in heaven. My new glasses have yellow lenses and makes me look like a raver. Fucking ravers. I guess it goes along with my new early 90's/emo bang hair cut...

Yesterday was the family reunion. So, plenty of drinking, food, and softball. Saw pictures of Nick's new kid from Big Jer. Talked with him a bit about Chicago and all. I'll be visiting him (maybe) on the 26th.

The Terrorist and I (CIA) went to Lakeshore and hung out with Alice and Megan. Saw Joanna and talked to her a little bit. TJ and Jesse showed up and talked to them a bit. Just kept talking.


Now, this is my Public Service Announcement portion of my blog. Thing of this as being like a do not smoke campaign. This is a "Do Not Drink and Listen To Jeff Bridges" campaign. There was a tree at the show that was leaning and split, which made it perfect for running up. Jeff wanted to "run up trees" and passed the invite along to me. He ran and then I ran. Although, my shoes no longer have tread on them and instead it looked like I just ran full speed into a tree. My knee hurts like shit now. The picture is what it looks like after I cleaned it up. The amazing thing is I was wearing Dickie pants and they didn't even get a scratch on them.

Went to Racquet's after that and saw Amanda, Andrea, and Bobby. There was a guy passed out in vomit next to Amanda's car when we got there. He looked dead and I told the bouncer. They didn't seem to care, but some people carried him off when I tried to help. Hopefully, he knew them. Racquet's got way out of control There were two wedding and a bachelorette parties in there. Dancing on the bar. Wet T-shirt contests. Body shots. Shady guys and horny girls. Lethal combination.

Moved the party to Hasan's and passed out.

Had a picnic at Hasan's when Andrea woke us all up. We were suppose to go to a movie tonight, but Hasan is always late by at least a half hour. Watched Napolean Dynomite instead and laid around Andrea's house.

Guess there was bowling tonight. I didn't get the memo until 1 am. Hope it was fun.

Tomorrow, I have to pick up my final check from work and do some other banking stuff. Check on a few jobs. Monday Night Club. I must do Monday Night Club. Also, meeting with one of my clients. Must meet with client.

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