The Pigeon Warrior

Hi everyone...sorry we haven't blogged for a while. For the first time since we met, Abe and I are actually experiencing a relatively low-key summer. So, we haven't had any cool things to write about or pictures to share. We've just been hanging around Chicago relaxing and enjoying the summer.

However, we have had some funny experiences to write about. First off, I'll explain the title of the post -- the pigeons love our window air conditioner. We realized yesterday that two of them are hanging out there. (We think it's mating season?) Needless to say, my husband, who has had run-ins with pigeons and squirrels over the years (hopefully, he'll post about the great squirrel escapade sometime!) is on edge always ready to kick the pigeons off their beloved perch. I've nicknamed Abe the pigeon warrior.

Another funny moment happened when we took our beloved Ernie (Abe's old Corolla) to get his oil changed last weekend. Ernie is, of course, a guy since he's named after Cubs great Ernie Banks. However, our Russian mechanic (always full of funny quotes) said, "The old lady's running well." Our poor car was violated -- called a woman! I know, we're weird.

Other than those experiences, we have seen some great movies (We loved WALL-E). And, I have to say that right now as I write this, Abe has turned the TV to the Hot Dog Eating Contest. What an interesting summer as newlyweds.