Picture Perfect Sunday

I had a few eventful days this weekend. Saturday was the first Saturday in many many months that I didn't have to work so I opted to stay in bed late to catch up on my Z's. Later in the evening a continued my long awaited Saturday tradition of shopping :D

Sunday, however was a different story day. The weather was a bit chilly but I woke up early and ventured out anyway. I met up with some fellow photographer hobbyist on Sunday and roamed Maxwell street market. It was a small fun little group, thanks for letting me join guys.

Taking a moment to admire and photograph the tracks nearby.

© 2005 Araceli Arroyo photographs
Later in the day I was able to make it to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on the South Side of Chicago. I missed Saturday's parade in the loop, but didn't want to miss this one. I had a good time and was intoxicating-ly joyful :) I will post some photos from the parade on Wednesday in My Photoblog.
© 2005 Araceli Arroyo photographs

Joke Of The Day

Dinner with the Girlfriend’s Parents
Prom Night was coming up, and a girl announced to her boyfriend that she wanted to make it special and take a hotel room for the night. Being the responsible type, the boy went to the Pharmacy to purchase protection. The pharmacist was very helpful and guided the boy for about an hour and told him everything there was to know.

The boy came early to pick his girlfriend, and her Mother invited him to join them for dinner. When they sat down, the boy, looking to impress her parents, offered to say grace then bowed his head. A minute passed, and the boy was still deep in prayer…5 minutes passed, and still no movement from the boy.

Finally, after 10 minutes with his head down, the girlfriend leaned over and whispers to the boyfriend, "I had no idea you were so religious." The boy turns, and whispers back, "I had no idea your father was a pharmacist."

Winter II Class Over

I've been teaching part-time for over two years now. Today ended another class. For some reason I became attached with this batch of students more than ever before. I genuinely felt sad saying goodbye to them today. I'll miss seeing them, but I look forward to sleeping for the next two saturdays, before I'm off on vacation :)

The Countdown Begins

March is finally here - woohoo!! Why would that make me so happy? I am taking a vacation this month. On the 22nd I will be heading to Mexico to visit my family. I miss my older sisters very much and can't wait to see them. If time permits we may hit a port and enjoy the beach. I haven't been to Acapulco and there has been some talks about going there this time. Both my sisters are taking a vacation from their work, the kids also have time off school. I'm hoping to explore different areas this time. Only 21 more days ...