I write to you from the quiet computer labs of Flashpoint Academy. Today's blog is focused on Gapers Block, which is a new link placed down below for all you readers to click on (but only after you finish here). The term 'Gaper' is much more than just some made up word. The folks at this fine website write about the many terms people use to describe a traffic slowdown. Here in Chicago, it is known as a "Gapers Block" or "Gapers Delay." More specifically, it is a traffic jam caused by an accident. I guess you learn something new everyday.
Need something to do next Saturday night? No problem. Just check out the upcoming events, which is overflowing with good stuff to check out. Or how about reading a review on a new movie or book. You can even read about restaurants and dishes at some of the establishments around Chicago.
There is even a 'Fuel' section where people can vent their frustration on the Bears quarterbacks, review the fall tv shows, and even give input on the status of the U.S. economy.
So please, when your finished here, take a moment to parooze Gapers Block. It's loaded with blogs, news, reviews, and listings of upcoming events. Who knows, perhaps you will find something in there that will take your mind off the frustrations of the day. Enjoy.
DM
For those of you living in Chicago, may I suggest a trip to Daley Plaza this weekend. "Midnight Circus" will be performing over the next few weeks leading up to Halloween. I caught a glimpse of the acrobats and performers as I was leaving school, and it was quite an excellent show. You can see on the left that the show is performing at numorous times everyday, so perhaps you'll be able to catch a show...
