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Emme’s Summer 2015 Reading List

June 15, 2015

Fangirl by Rainbow Rowell Fangirl is about a girl named Cath who writes a Simon Snow fanfic, (which is supposed to be like Harry Potter) online. She’s also going away to college, and is having some trouble adjusting to the new life. After meeting some new friends, she tries to balance life as a college […]

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Your Summer Starts Here!

June 9, 2015

Emme readers voted their summer favorites! Favorite Summertime Foods: Watermelon Burgers Italian sausage Brats Ice cream Pizza *** Favorite Summer Activities: Riding bikes Pool Getting Ice cream Navy Pier Millenium Park Lollapalooza Beach Printers Row Outdoor eating/ drinking Water Taxi Beach Museums *** Favorite Chicago Beaches: North Avenue Beach Montrose Beach Oak Street Beach *** […]

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True Life: I was Cyber Bullied

June 2, 2015

Growing up, I had the same group of girlfriends ever since I was in kindergarten. The same seven girls and I celebrated all of our milestones together: our first kisses, graduating, going to high school, and our first dances. By my senior year of high school, I decided to venture out and associate with other […]

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Irish Immigrant Rosaline Talks Life in Ireland and Coming to America

May 10, 2015

I grew up in County Monaghan, which is in Castleblayney. It is 65 miles away from Dublin. Growing up, there was no TV or electricity. We just had a radio that was battery operated. I grew up on a farm. We read, or we played outside. On St. Patrick’s Day, we would go to church, […]

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I Love You, Mom! #MothersDay

May 6, 2015

Christine, Palatine: The love you get is the best part about being a mom. Beverly, Franklin Park: I love watching my kids grow up and having grandchildren now to look after. Diane, Elmhurst: As a grandma, I love watching my children parent their children. Maria, Cary: I love that now my kids are old enough […]

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The Definite Ranking of Books I’ve Read This Year

April 21, 2015

This past year I’ve been able to read some pretty incredible books. With the help of a pretty fabulous librarian, (shout out to Denise Monegato!) I’ve been quite the book worm. I’ve stumbled upon some of the best stories I’ve been able to get my hands on. Take my advice if you’re looking for a […]

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Readers Shared their Most Shocking Confessions

April 12, 2015

I am totally in love with my co-worker. He has no idea that I have the hugest crush on him, and he has a girlfriend. -Gia I’m in my 20’s, and I have a thing for older guys… for example guys in their 50’s or 60’s! -Mikayla One time I was hanging out at my […]

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I Fell in Love with My Childhood Best Friend!

March 30, 2015

I grew up down the street from my friend Joey.* Joey and I were the best of friends. In the summer, we would walk to the park, go swimming, play basketball, and play video games. In middle school, we always ate lunch together and attended dances together. All of my girlfriends asked me if I […]

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How Much Should You Tip?

February 21, 2015

DAILY LIFE Taxi driver: Varies depending on locality. Assume 15% will be enough; an extra $1 to $2 for help with bags. Food delivery person:* 10% of the bill (excl. tax), at least $1 for bills up to $10. Should tip 15%-20% for a difficult delivery. Grocery loader: Check with store policy if tips are […]

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It’s January! Have a Cozy Night In!

January 4, 2015

Game Night Have a snack! Reese’s Peanut Butter Popcorn 8 cups plain popcorn (we use air-popped popcorn) Fine salt 1/2 cup honey 1/3 cup granulated sugar 1/2 cup natural peanut butter 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup milk chocolate chips, melted 1 1/2 cups Mini Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups 1. Place the popped popcorn in […]

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