Trash Can on Fire!!!

(August 10, 2010) Trash can fully engulfed in flames on a busy Chicago street... Nobody seems to mind or care, too busy texting on phone(s) to stop. I love city life!

Much Room for Improvement

(August 9, 2010) A wonderful, small-business owner enlightened me to how much time I waste throughout the day. This woman not only runs her own company... but also finds the time to manage two not-for-profits and stay ridiculously involved in community efforts.

Why Can't We Be Friends...?

(July 16, 2010) Unintentionally, had coffee with a guy who worked for a direct competitor of one of my company's business unit. After carefully dancing around the "what do you do" conversation we settled into a nice conversation about family and travel. Can't we all be friends...?

It's Been Too Long...

(July 1, 2010) Because of my work schedule, this is the first Random Cup of Coffee in about a month. It's made me realize how much I appreciate these mini-encounters. I need to get back into the swing. And, met a director from the Make-A-Wish foundation. Talk about an amazing person. Dedicated to making a difference.So many amazing people out there.

My First On-Air Personality

(May 3, 2010) Lovely cup of coffee with a woman who was an on-air anchorwoman out west. She gave me lots of insight on what goes on behind the camera to put together a daily production. I managed to internalized all the quotes running through my head from "Anchorman" the movie. I think it was a good move on my part.

ILL-INI...

(April 30, 2010) Always good to talk to a fellow U of I alum...

The Changing Face of Business...

(April 29, 2010) Spoke with the owner of a not-for-profit focused independent graphic designer. He mentioned that he hasn't actually met most of his clients face-to-face... even clients he has worked with for over 5 years. Interesting...