My Day Trip to Leawood and Lawrence, KS

The day after I got back from Chicago, I went to the KC area with my mom for one of her doctor's appointments. While there, we checked out Blue Koi, a restaurant that that she saw featured in Diners, Drive-Ins, and Dives. There we enjoyed their terrific dumplings. I also tried bubble tea for the first time and loved their almond joy one. I can't wait to visit Blue Koi again!

On our way home to Manhattan, KS, my mom was craving a burger. From my explorations of Lawrence, KS in May, I recommended the Burger Stand at the Casbah. They have grass-fed beef, which is a requirement for my mom. Mom ordered and enjoyed the Classic burger and I ordered and loved the Black & Blue burger. My burger came with Maytag blue cheese and granny smith chutney; so good, especially since I love sweet and tart flavors! The fries were also good. The Burger Stand makes all kinds of unique sauces, which I think helped them stand out. My mom talks about going back there soon.

Black & Blue Burger

The Classic Burger

Part 4: My 1st Trip to Chicago, IL

Underneath the Navy Pier was a bunch of shops and restaurants. We got dinner at America's Dog; hot dogs! It was pretty good.

Next, we stopped to pick up souvenirs at Oh Yes, Chicago. They had a lot of selection.

We also stopped by this shop that had a really cool light fixture.

Until next time, Chicago!!!

Part 3: My 1st Trip to Chicago, IL

No trip to Chicago would be complete without a visit to Navy Pier. I was so excited to finally be there. We were there in the evening and the views were beautiful!

Movie #11: Game Night

I love game nights and I loved the movie, Game Night. It stars Rachel McAdams, Jason Bateman, Kyle Chandler, Lamorne Morris, and Jesse Plemons. It was crazy to see Friday Night Lights alums, Kyle Chandler and Jesse Plemons together again. I recognized Kylie Bunbury from the short-lived series, Pitch Reminds me that I'm sad that they cancelled it.

The movie focuses on a group of friends and their epic game nights. Jason and Rachel play a married couple that live next to an odd cop and former gamer-nighter played by Jesse Clemons. Jason's brother is played by Kyle Chandler. He is almost idolized by the group and he's back in town. He wants to host a game night to remember. The movie is so funny and has twists and turns throughout. My only complaint would be the language.