Thoughts, Tales, and Whatnot

the world as I see it through rose-tinted glasses

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  • Today’s Sunrise & Rainbow: A November 21, 2024 Reflection

    This morning, I planned a walk by the beach to catch the sunrise. But life, as it often does, had other plans. As I approached the wharf, the rain began to fall, so I rushed to seek shelter under a Talisay tree. Yet, as I thought of how the rain…

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  • Chicago: 360 Chicago (formerly John Hancock Observatory)

    This observatory is located in John Hancock Center, which is, as of this writing the fourth tallest building in Chicago and the seventh tallest in…

  • Chicago: Shedd Aquarium

    The John G. Shedd Aquarium opened in 1930 and was the first inland aquarium in the world with permanent saltwater fish collection.  For a time…

  • Chicago: Willis Tower and SkyDeck Chicago Experience

    When I visited Willis Tower (formerly Sears) in 2013 and as of this writing, it is the 2nd tallest building in the USA and the…

  • Chicago: Navy Pier

    Just like my Batanes thread, this is another late post that I got inspired to making only when I watched an episode of Criminal Minds…