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About stenoodie

I'm a stenographer, foodie, avid traveller, and mom of 3 who loves to share her experiences with the world.

Dinner at Tsuki Izakaya in Richmond Hill

Posted on January 6, 2018 by stenoodie

Dec. 31, 2017: On the last day of the year, we went out for izakaya food. We went to Tsuki Izakaya at Hwy 7 and Commerce Valley in Richmond Hill. We had previously tried to dine here for lunch, but it … Continue reading →

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Hotel Review: Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop in Chicago

Posted on January 5, 2018 by stenoodie

What an excellent hotel! We stayed here during our Chicago trip in December 2017 for three nights (December 27 to 30). This was part of the hotels chosen with a flight package bought through Expedia. Club Quarters Hotel, Central Loop … Continue reading →

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Day 4 of Chicago 2017: Skydeck Ledge at Willis Tower & Lou Malnati’s Deep Dish Pizza

Posted on January 4, 2018 by stenoodie

Sat. Dec. 30, 2017: This is going to be a fiery post. Fourth day and the last day in Chicago! I was glad that our flight was at 5:45 p.m. so that we would have a near full day of … Continue reading →

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Something random and something fun

Posted on January 4, 2018 by stenoodie

One of those Facebook quizzes or old e-mail chains that people like to share. Instead of sharing it on social media (wait, does WordPress count as social media?), I’m putting it here as a blog post. Enjoy! 1. What was … Continue reading →

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Day 3 in Chicago 2017: Chicago 360 Building, Portillo’s Hot Dogs, Garrett Popcorn

Posted on January 3, 2018 by stenoodie

Friday, Dec. 29, 2017: Third and final full day in Chicago! Time flies when you’re on vacay. Today we left the hotel a bit later than usual around 10:30 a.m. (had a small breakfast in our room) and took the … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Growth

Posted on January 3, 2018 by stenoodie

This week’s challenge starting off the new year is “growth”. While I think this theme is very apt for the new year, my photo is kind of inappropriate for this time of the year. XD It’s cloudy and cold and … Continue reading →

Posted in Weekly Photo Challenge | Tagged growth, postaday, Tree buds, weekly photo challenge | 20 Comments

Day 2 in Chicago 2017: The Bean in Millennium Park, Gibson’s Steakhouse, Chicago Sports Museum

Posted on January 2, 2018 by stenoodie

Thurs. Dec. 28, 2017: Second day in Chicago today!! After waking up at 8 ish a.m., we headed out for a small breakfast in the area. We popped into Pot Belly Sandwich Shop (209 S LaSalle St). I got an … Continue reading →

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Day 1 in Chicago 2017: Arrival, Deep Dish Pizza at Giordano’s, Vegan Dinner at Native Foods

Posted on January 1, 2018 by stenoodie

Dec. 27, 2017: Today was the first day of Chicago!!! ^_^ My last trip of 2017 :D. This was my second time visiting Chicago. I had previously visited when I was about 13 years old — I remember visiting the … Continue reading →

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My Year in Review: 2017

Posted on December 31, 2017 by stenoodie

December 31, 2017: I look forward to writing this post every single year since I’ve started the annual one and I’ve honestly so excited to share with you my thoughts on this very last day of 2017. I’ve been ruminating … Continue reading →

Posted in Life | Tagged blogger, goals for 2018, lifestyle blogger, thoughts and ruminations of 2017, who reads my stuff anyway, year in review 2017 | 4 Comments

All-You-Can-Eat Japanese Food at Sano Sushi in Thornhill

Posted on December 30, 2017 by stenoodie

December 24, 2017: For a Christmas Eve lunch, we enjoyed the all-you-can-eat Japanese food at Sano Sushi. This is a little Japanese restaurant that serves all your typical Japanese buffet food including sushi, maki rolls, teppanyaki, tempura, salad, katsu, handrolls, … Continue reading →