The Siberian American: Friday Favorites: Chicago, Here We Come

Friday, May 29, 2015

Friday Favorites: Chicago, Here We Come

Happy Friday, friends! We leave for Chicago early tomorrow morning! Part of me has been hoping this week would never get here, and the other part is excited for this new adventure. Here are my Friday favorites this week:

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We have actually managed to get all our packing finished! It was a close call, but we are finally good to go.

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On Wednesday night, I watched my love walk across the stage and officially become a doctor. It has been an incredible blessing to watch him fulfill his calling, and I am so proud of him and excited to close this chapter.


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I have mentioned before that by far the hardest part about moving for me is leaving my job. Today is my last day, and I am still having a hard time realizing I won’t be coming in on Monday. That being said, I know when God says go, you go. I know God has a plan for both of us, and there is a reason we’re leaving for a year.

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Chris and I have made it our mission to eat as much Tex-Mex and barbecue as possible before we leave Texas, so our meals have been fun lately. We will definitely miss our favorite places, but Chicago is a great city for food, so I’m sure we will find new favorites. Even so, I may or may not have already googled “best barbecue in Chicago.”


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One of best parts of blogging is the community, so I wanted to take the time to thank y’all for all of your sweet messages about our move. It’s not a secret that this move has been hard for me, but your encouragement has really helped. Thank you so much!

Have a wonderful weekend!

Linking up with AmandaKarli, and the High Five for Friday girls.

19 comments:

  1. I feel your pain lady, but the next step will be awesome! Now enjoy that you don't have to deal with your packed boxes for a couple days!

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    1. Yeah, now that we are living in boxes here in Chicago, I wish I had enjoyed the two days without boxes a bit more! I think this year will be a fun adventure though! :)

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  2. As a Chicagoan with Texas roots, I can confirm that we do have some pretty good barbeque up here :) Welcome to Chi-town! :)

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    1. Thanks for stopping by, Lindsay! So glad to hear you think Chicago has great barbecue. I am excited to try some! :)

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  3. Congratulations to your husband on his graduation and good luck with the move!! Can't wait to see how it all comes together! xo, Biana -BlovedBoston

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  4. ahhhh how excitement!! i know you're a little hesitant, but i hope it's awesome and fabulous for you. good luck!

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  5. You got everything done and had time to blog about it! I call that a win!!!! Congrats to hubby on his big night this week! {And your dress is so fun! Love the color!} I'm sure the conflicted feelings about the move are normal but I'll be keeping you in my prayers as you guys officially say goodbye to Texas this weekend. I hope everything goes smoothly. xoxo

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  6. Good luck with the move to Chicago tomorrow!!

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  7. Congratulations to him on officially being a doctor! I hope that you both are able to view this as a new adventure and have a great time. Safe travels, and I hope the move goes smoothly!

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  8. Good luck with your move to Chicago! Jealous of all that Texas BBQ haha...one reason why I've been wanting to visit Austin is for the food. Congrats to Chris on becoming a Dr!!

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  9. Chicago will be fun for you...it'll take some getting used to but I think that you'll do just fine. Plus, like you said, there are tons of great eats there. Yum! :)

    Mandie ~ http://badbrewpack.blogspot.com/

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  10. So exciting!! Congrats on his graduation, you must be so proud of him! Big chnage can be scary, but like you said God has a plan!

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  11. Good luck to you two!! Moving is so bittersweet. Congrats to him on his graduation!!

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  12. Congrats to him on his graduation, and everything is going to be great for you. Though this is scary, I think you'll find some great adventures in Chicago. I can't wait to read about them, wahoo!!! Your time there will come and go quickly, and you'll be back to some sweet sweet TexMex before you know it. I wish you two a safe and easy move! Sending you my best!

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  13. I'm sure you will find plenty of yummy food in Chicago! And it's only temporary right? Good luck with everything...it will be an adventure!!

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    1. Thanks, Jamie! Yes, it's only for a year. :) I am already enjoying the food here!

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  14. Such an interesting time for you guys! I hope you had safe travels this weekend. Congratulations!

    ~Ashley @ A Cute Angle
    acutelifestyle.blogspot.com

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  15. Congrats to your husband!!! So happy for yo both. Also yay for finally getting all you packing done!

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  16. I'm so excited for your new adventure! I can't wait to see what Chicago brings you!

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