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Welcome to 2025!
We are about 90% of the way through 2025. That's a crazy thing to say.
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So far, the year has brought exceptional fun at home in Chicago as well as on the road. I started the first half of the year mostly staying in Chicago. I used this time to build a base for athletic aspirations later in the fall. Once summer hit, I've been busy and on the go and it's just finally starting to slow down as we get to the end of year holidays. Scroll down to read how the back half of my year has been shaping up!
Winter
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Bundled Up in Chicago
I live in the Gold Coast neighborhood of Chicago, as I have for the last 3 years. I love the balance of restaurants and shops on top of basic life amenities. It's easy to get to work and is also home to several good friends of mine.
02
Indoor Training
During the winter months, I've spent a good amount of time at my nearby gym. I am training for a triathlon (August) and two marathons (October, November). Starting training early has been good for me physically and mentally.
03
The Third Cousin Trip
My cousins and I returned to KC for a third trip. We visited the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art and the Negro Leagues Baseball Museum. This trip is a great time to reconnect with family! We're looking at new locations for 2026 to shake things up!
Spring
04
Mustache Micah
Yes, I got a mustache.
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Reviews have been mixed.
05
Running
The Chicago Half Marathon was my first real organized race. I didn't know what to expect, but ended up very happy with my time of 1:34. In addition, my work participates in a ~5k with other Chicago companies and I've led our team 3 years in a row!
06
Tennis
I've picked up tennis over the last few summers. Some friends and I play every weekend at a nearby court. Luckily, we have a morning slot so we can wrap up before the heat. We'll often check out the Lincoln Park Farmers Market afterwards!
07
Montreal + Quebec City
I took a trip up to Canada in June. I explored new cities, saw an F1 race, learned much about Quebecois history, and even practiced a little French. C'est fantastique!
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See more photos below!
Summer
08
New York x2
In July, I had a work trip one week and a birthday trip (four years running now!) just two weeks later. NY continues to offer endless adventures: museum visits, jazz shows, and a bakery crawl to celebrate the birthday girl. The family vibe of the photo was unintentional.
09
Dog Sitting
What's summer without some dog days? I've been lucky enough to pet sit Sherlock a few times this year. He's the dog of one of my best friends Sofia, but he's told me that he prefers when I come to stay with him. Plenty of walks, treats, and picnics in the park!
10
The Chicago Triathlon
Near the end of August, I tackled my first triathlon! The swim was difficult, and I'd probably still be out there if they didn't have plenty of lifeguards to tell me that I was heading astray. But I pulled it together on the bike and run for a finish time of 2:45. A strong first showing!
11
Around the World
I ended summer with an around-the-world adventure! 17 days. 9 flights, 26,000 miles, and 53 hours in the air. Plus, an international ferry and train. It was a great way to visit 5 new countries and cultures!
11a - Baku, Azerbaijan
My first stop was Baku. The city is unique mix of European architecture, Islamic design, and modern statement buildings. The city felt very safe, parks were pleasant, and I enjoyed the Heydar Aliyev Center.
11b - Kotor, Montenegro
I had a short day and half to enjoy the double UNESCO World Heritage site of Kotor. The Old Town is delightful and the surrounding landscape is beautiful. The hills are steep but result in some great views of the bay!
11c - Dubrovnik, Croatia
The origin of this entire trip; my coworker was married in Dubrovnik! The cliffside ceremony followed by a reception just steps from the water couldn't have been any more perfect. Best wishes to the newlyweds!
11d - Budapest, Hungary
Several wedding-goers and I took the opportunity to work out of our office in Budapest for a few days. The city exceeded my expectations and I'd be very interested to use it as a home base for a few weeks!
11e - Singapore
Singapore is the full experience. My mornings were spent visiting gardens, Chinese markets, and exploring Marina Bay Sands. In the evenings, I experienced F1 night racing and saw some great concerts!
Autumn
12 + 13
Marathon 2x
My athletic aspirations for the year cultivated in running the Chicago and New York City Marathons! I had four days of recovery after returning from Singapore before I ran Chicago. Luckily, my sister Abby flew in to cheer me on along the race course (she logged a lot of miles too)! I finished with a time of 3:25.
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Three weeks later, I ran the New York Marathon, hitting all five boroughs. A tougher race due to bridges and hills, I was still able to log a 3:31 finish time.