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Teamwork makes the dream work. . . . . . #tri #triathlon #triathlete #sprint #chicagotri #chicagotriathlon #chitri #firsttimers #sprint #laidback #rookies #livegrit #tyr #swimming #swim #training #tritraining #openwater #teamworkmakesthedreamwork #fleetfeet #hiltonchicago #transamerica (at Lifetime Fitness Chicago Triathlon Expo)

One more day. Pray for Ariel and me to finish unscathed. . . . . . #tri #triathlon #triathlete #sprint #chicagotri #chicagotriathlon #chitri #swimbikerun #lifetimefitness #livegrit #tyr #swimming #swim #indoorswimming #training #tritraining #gooseisland (at Chicago, Illinois)

You've been to the Whole Foods weigh and pay food bar... Noah had the chance to get all sorts of goodies, and he chose to get some veggies, a few fruits, and some hard boiled eggs, with no coercion. There's a first time for everything, and we're very proud. (at Whole Foods)

Before the current menu iteration that exists today, this dish was known as K1. The description was written in Chinese characters, so unless you could read it, this dish was basically recommended to you by someone in the know. A few years back they changed the menu and this dish is now known simply as Noodle Platter, which does not speak to the depth of textures and flavors that surround this dish, which is why, even in English, it still requires recommendation. Eat it. (at Yu's Mandarin)

Parmesan and basil pesto encrusted chicken breast garnished with baked tomato and mozzarella, gluten free spaghetti noodles in olive oil, and organic pan fried green beans.

Baked garlic salmon, avocado, fried rice with Korean seaweed, and butter stir fried broccoli with lemon... complements of Ariel's Kitchen.

Painting time in the Flores workshop.

8 days left... gotta keep training. (at Life Time Fitness)

Ramen noodles tossed with a sweet and spicy Korean-style Gochujang sauce, naturally raised steak, napa and red cabbage, sprouts, spinach, topped with cucumber, green onions and cilantro.

Reuben, smoked corned beef, kimchi, kraut, havarti, special sauce, pretzel rye. . . . . . #eattheworld #food #foodie #forkyeah #eater #eatthis #zagat #instafood #foodbeast #foodandwine #lovefood #buzzfeast #buzzfood #littlegoatdiner #littlegoat #reuben #ruebens #cornedbeef #sandwich #sammich #kimchi #havarti #fun #cheese #delicious #delicioso #brunch #latergram (at Little Goat)

I've had this place bookmarked in #Yelp for a long time... Nice to finally experience what everyone's talking about. More photos to come, trust. (at Little Goat)

That's my girl.

That's my boy.

Al pastor y chorizo burrito con todos. Muy bien! (at Taqueria Los Juanes)

It's been about twenty years since Ariel has seen her brother, Chris. So grateful to meet our newly reunited family and looking forward to spending time together again soon! #latergram #koacamping #familyreunion #wapakoneta (at Dayton Tall Timbers Resort KOA)

There's only one place to be when it gets this hot... inside, or in water. #latergram #staycation #yeschicagohasbeaches (at Ohio Street Beach)

The burrito at @seoultaco: Bulgogi Steak, with Kimchi Fried Rice, Lettuce, Cheese, Carrots, Green Onions, Sour Cream and Seoul Sauces. Absolutely delicious, especially with the side of OG Kimchi. (at Seoul Taco)