Tammy Green » Archive for June 2008
Protect yourself from content theft
What’s wrong with this picture? Check the domain in the image and then check the content. Yep. That’s Chicago Bites content that’s been harvested and reused on another site. If you go to the offending site, our content is no longer there. That’s only because we are diligent in monitoring our content and presence online and proactive in taking action when our content is misused. How did I catch this … Read entire article »
Filed under: Online Life
Trump Progress
I took a series of shots from the Madison station downtown today. Because of the walkway over the tracks, this is a great stop to take photos of the new Trump Tower. I also love it because I can spot most train lines while I wait for the Brown Line. I’m not sure I like the new building, but since it dominates the skyline I think I need to get used to it. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Offline Life
8 through 1, A Weekly Photo Safari
La Cabeza and I went on photo safari in Ronan Park this week. I always forget it’s in my neighborhood, which is a shame because the bike path is so nice. I can’t wait to head over there tomorrow and take a spin. On the way back, we snapped some photos of the Sanitary Pumping Station. It’s a nicely ornate building that seems out of place given its function. Check out my … Read entire article »
Filed under: Photography
Swirlz Cupcakes
Chicago Bites
I wrote a quick review of Swirlz Cupcakes for Chicago Bites. Swirlz makes some pretty cupcakes, but I think my cupcake loyalties lie elsewhere. … Read entire article »
Filed under: Dining in Chicago
Dating via social media
I placed a personal ad on Craig’s List last week as I do from time to time. My personal ads tend to be on the geeky side and I mention Googling people before the date happens. Someone took me up on it out of the gate. He gave me his full name and told me to Google away. I did. I found him on Twitter and we ended up direct messaging each other through … Read entire article »
Filed under: Online Life