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Dreamscape

January 9, 2026 at 9:00 am

This collage was inspired by a Claude Monet painting called Palazzo Ducale (photo source Wikimedia Commons).

The rest of the photos I took myself. The only other famous art piece is Crying Girl by Roy Lichtenstein.

Some Chicago landmarks are the Reliance Building, Michigan Avenue Bridge, and the Art Institute. Also a few photos from restaurants Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. that used to be at Navy Pier, and Freds at Barneys.

Happy New Year!

January 1, 2026 at 5:10 am

Posted in: Personal

Up until recently I’ve felt like a Chicagoan living in Florida, but now after almost five years I feel like I’m turning into a Floridian, complete with Crocs and a perma tan.

This might be the year we go back north, but it’s hard to weigh the pros and cons because the two places are so different. All I can say for sure right now is I’ll be happy either way.

Also today I can say with total confidence that this will be the year I finish Space Pops and present a coherent and finished product to the world. I’m almost ready!

Here is to a safe and productive 2026. Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas!

December 25, 2025 at 9:00 am

Posted in: Personal

Here is a fantastic historic home in Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood decorated for the holidays.

Also just for fun, here is a little remix of an old Christmas cartoon from 10 years ago. I was hoping to get back online before the holiday season ended, but I’ll have to be patient and wait ‘til next year.

Merry Christmas!

Christmas Eve in Charleston

December 21, 2025 at 9:00 am

Posted in: Trips

Here is my photo diary of Christmas Eve 2022 in Charleston, SC. There was a ridiculous cold snap over the weekend with temperatures dropping down to 18 degrees. But that didn’t stop us from exploring the historic district, eating at a fancy restaurant, and seeing the Atlantic Ocean. I wouldn’t mind visiting again!

Christmas in Seaside

December 16, 2025 at 9:00 am

Posted in: Florida

Last year Seaside went all-out with their holiday decorations. I really liked the way they lit up the iconic Coleman Pavilion. They also had some holiday-themed murals which were very festive.

I love how quiet and peaceful Seaside is in the winter, it's a totally different vibe from the chaotic summer crowds.