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Voting. It’s time to be an American and stand in line and choose the offices that govern our country. It’s simple, right? So why this year, of all years, will there be a record turnout when in fact we need a record turnout every year? If we fight so hard for freedom, cherish our Veterans is this just not a given? Apathy isn’t for the young. It’s obvious with this election. Let’s get out there and vote our asses off!

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After brunch at Ann Sather’s we decided to take a brisk stroll around Andersonville. I miss this neigborhood. When I lived this far north and way west it was the closest place to get coffee that I knew of at the time. Plus there’s great food.

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Just getting ready for Caminois del Inka at the CSO conducted by Migeul Hearth-Bedoya, a native Peruvian. It’s a happy accident since I couldn’t make last week because of work. I remember this conductor from February’s Aindamar, a Golijov piece. I’m excited even if I’m squished on the main floor!

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It is way way too early to be awake but it’s a perfect fall morning. Off to work!

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I’ve never been apple picking, but when E recommended it worked out well for
this weekend. The weather is a little nippy and we got a little lost, but we
made it and we’re about to get our tickets. Exciting!

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Another year, another Arts & Business Council gala. This time I’m
volunteering so I can pay my due after being on the committee for this year.
It’s beautiful, as always, though I am at a little bit of a loss what to do
with the extra time tonight. I’m helping find their seats (which the Four
Seasons does) and later I’ll be helping people check out.

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Daylight. The kind of daylight that happens right after working hours. And it’s a beautiful light.

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Such a beautiful night for camping! We’re in Wisconsin enjoying the
moonlight. It’ll be dark soon — very soon.

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On my way to work and I’ll be escorted by one of the members of the cat
mafia.

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Matt got us some tickets to the skybox at the United Center and, well, it’s
gorgeous. It’s hard to imagine being anywhere but in this box, but there are
some great other seats around here. The food helps. And the 50″ TV.

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Some of my handiwork: The banner on this bus was one I designed for Luna
Negra Dance Theater. And it’s finally time I got to capture one!

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Enjoying some Wao Bao at the foot of the Hancock building. It’s chilly, too, a sure sign of fall. Time to find my coat!

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At last Luna Negra’s show “Ciclos” is on. My contact there gave us
tickets and, boy, it was incredible! I’ve not enjoyed dance as much as
I did tonight. So passionate and just plain beautiful.

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The Blue Line is mysteriously down and I should’ve known that going
on. Everyone was standing on the corner waiting for the bus. But I
didn’t run back home for my bike. Instead, I got on a bus and here we
are near Milwaukee and Damen — no room, folks! But it’s free!