chicago

I fell in love with the place: The burger that ruined more than just Shake Shack

A cheeseburger, a dream, another hat, and the reality that complicated it all.

May 13, 2025 • Julie Laufer

You came to take us: The Mets hat that made me cry in Lake Michigan

Falling in love with a city (again) after 24 hours, eating bagels in places that aren't New York, and testing the universe (even though I know better).

May 6, 2025 • Julie Laufer

All things go: The pull of the Lake Effect

A love story about falling for the idea of a place (in my mind) and the importance of listening to intuition

Apr 30, 2025 • Julie Laufer

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