Today was one of those days in Chicago that are few and far between--the sky a bright blue, the temperature, just perfect and while having no plans as I woke up, the day unfolded in the most delightful way. Friends came in unexpectedly from Milwaukee and called to meet for brunch. Got ready in no time and met them at Bistrot Zinc, a French café that gets you as close to Paris as you can get here in Chicago. The menu, as you would expect is traditional fare for lunch and dinner--Poulet Grand Mère (roasted chicken) or Steak Frites. Lunch features omelettes and quiche du jour that literally melt in your mouth. Try their cheese plate--almost as good as actually being in Paris--almost. If weather permits, as it did today, they throw open the windows which is wonderful.
The rest of the day was spent on family things but the evening had me walking north along the lake on an evening that was as magnificent as the rest of the day. Luck was with me as the sun was setting and the lake was amazingly calm--almost like a mirror which is rare. Aqua and navy blue along with baby pink and mauve were reflected in the surface, colors you don't normally see out on its usually choppy waters. There wasn't much traffic along the bike paths and those of us lucky enough to be out there knew that this was one of those magical nights that happen at the end of summer. The air was cooler, darkness was settling in earlier and the tree frogs were out in full force making their music. I LOVE nights like these yet know that summer is fading away and always lament having to let it go. Ah well, after a day like today, there is no complaining, only gratitude.
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