New Orleans vs. Chicago - Part 2

You could go where the streets are named for liquor. Or you could have class.

In Chicago, you can take a train to the Newberry Library, home of an impressive array of rare books and manuscripts. A collection of Civil War documents is impressive enough, but some of the maps and manuscripts at the Newberry are over 500 years old.

It's no wonder that Henry DeTamble of The Time Traveler's Wife worked (and often appeared naked) there.

Somehow, I think reading a letter Abraham Lincoln actually signed beats trading your virtue for a handful of beads, Stephanie.

New Orleans vs. Chicago - Part 1

So, about a week ago, Sam and I both got back from trips. I went to New Orleans for a conference and she visited her sister in Chicago. So, naturally the question arises, who wins at travel?

Of course, the answer is me. I win at travel. Why? I went to New Orleans in the weeks before Mardi Gras. That means all the decoration, less crowd. Also, New Orleans was pretty warm while I was there. Sam can't possibly expect to win for going NORTH in the WINTER.

So, we'll see what she comes up with, but in the meantime, I will enjoy the sweet sweet memory of authentic gumbo.