RIDING WITH KURT

Nearly four years ago on a random Saturday with a couple I picked up on 12th Avenue South gave me an idea that I would end up running with. They heard about me being from Nashville, TN and that I started collecting post it notes for travel from random Uber passengers. Since then my post it note journey has consisted of trips to Nevada, California, New Mexico, Mississippi, Colorado, Utah, Arizona, Wyoming, Idaho, Montana, Texas, Florida, Washington D.C., Maryland, Rhode Islan

The week has begun here in the Music City and it may be hot but there is no shortage of events this week. Nissan Stadium, The Pinnacle, The Ryman, First Horizon Park, and First Bank Stadium all have events this week. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. This Saturday at Nissan Stadium College Football is here with the Music City Kickoff. The Ole Miss Rebels will be taking on the Louisville Cardinals in a great college football game. Kickoff

The city of Nashville has so many great restaurants especially for sports bars. There is one that I made a stop in prior to my trip to Chicago that I frequently enjoy that has been recommended to me by post it note. It is located in Bellevue, TN but has other locations as well. Jonathan's Grille located on Highway 70 in Bellevue, TN is a great dining experience that offers plenty of great food, drinks, and televisions to watch that favorite sports team. The menu ranges fr

When it comes to Chicago you definitely get your steps in but with the T-Rail it adds a way to connect you through the city. Walking through Chicago is quite enjoyable and one that I truly enjoyed. There is so many great features that I appreciated while walking around the Windy City on my most recent post it note trip. My second full day consisted of a walk from Portillo's to the River Front District that offered great views of the architecture throughout this stretch tha

Egyptian history dates back to nearly 2000 BC but the recorded events of the Empire began about 16th Century BC. The first occurrences that mention a historical events can be found in the Old Testament. In Genesis there is the mention of Abraham visiting Egypt from Canaan in 1900 BC. In 1700 BC Joseph is sold into slavery and ends up in Egypt only to become one of the most important roles. Israelites would escape bondage in Egypt and go on to form the Nation by Israel in

The Lunar Eclipse tonight was absolutely incredible. it began at 9:12 pm and it hit totality at 11:12 pm. Great things are ahead and finding peace with this moment. The next Lunar eclipse is not until next year when it's visual in February from the America's, Europe, Africa, and Asia. Australia will also see the next Lunar eclipse in February of 2027. This was an incredible night. #ridingwithkurt #postit #lunareclipse

In 1820 the Irish started migrating to the Chicago area as laborers. From the 1820's to 1850's the Irish immigrants would escapes hardships in their own county including the potato famine. This group would be instrumental in the building of the city as laborers including building of the Railroad and digging the canals. Today there are several reminders of their heritage at various restaurants and other areas of the Windy City which was part of my post it note experience. L

In 2004 there was a architecture piece opened up near The Bean that would be part of the area that would offer a bit of expression for those that lived in the city. Spanish artists and architect Juame Plensa would share his imaginary talent with this piece that would become part of The Loop area. It is only a ten minute walk from the Riverwalk area of Chicago, IL and part of my most recent post it note journey The Crown Fountain is a fifty foot tall structure that offers tw

When it comes to Chicago, Il there is no shortage of places for live entertainment or concert. Many of these areas of entertainment are scattered throughout the city. There is one that is located in the Loop area that offers plenty of great live entertainment throughout the Summer Months and also a place that I was able to see on my most recent post it note trip. In 2004 Architect Frank Gehry had the completion of a music venue that would offer great concerts in a beautifu

It is a new week here in Music City USA and there are no shortage of great activities this week. There are events at Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, The Pinnacle, The Ryman, and Geodis Park this week. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. Saturday at 7:00 pm at Bridgestone Arena Brandi Carlile will be offering a incredible performance. This is going to be a great night of music at Bridgestone Arena. Drop off location can be found on the c

Maggie C. Daley was a longtime first lady to the city of Chicago who was committed to the improvements of the city. She had a vision for the improvement of the children and the city and although she never got to see her vision come true it is still carried throughout the city with certain parts. She would pass away at the age of 68 with her long time battle of breast cancer. Today there is one park in the city that I discovered while on my recent post it note visit to the

The United States Navy was first added in 1775 for military beginnings in the America's. Although this was a time in the beginnings of colonial America and the American Revolution the Naval history of America would continue from then until now. In the city of Chicago you will find a piece of the Naval history that was a portion of my post it note journey to this area. At the tip of the Naval Pier you will find a memorial that is dedicated to those who served for the United

One of the things about my life that I have always enjoyed is the arts. My post it note adventure to Chicago took me to one place that offered a incredible place of art. During the movie Ferris Brewers Days Off there is a moment that that they explore this part where Cameron Frye is staring at A Sunday on La Grande Jatte by George Surratt and is a changing moment in the movie. The Chicago Art Institute is a massive art exhibit that takes you through a history of art dating

In 1634 French explorer Jean Nicolet reached a region in the Midwest portion of North America that offered a very large body of water on his search for a passage to Asia. Native American tribes of this region settled along this body water and utilized the area for all the resources. Today this large lake is home to cities like Chicago, Milwaukee, and Green bay. Lake Michigan was part of my post it note journey to the city of Chicago, Il. It is the second largest lake in the

The city of Chicago has so many great features to this town. The architecture is absolutely fascinating along with the art pieces. There is one that is located in the Loop area just south of the Riverwalk and part of the post it note experience of my trip to the Windy City. Legendary architect Anish Kapoor who began a project in 2004 for a site that has a unique experience. In 2006, The Bean also known as the Cloud Gate is a resemblance the the liquid mercury would be co

Pizza is a big part to the city of Chicago, Il. They have two styles and when I ask those from the windy city which they prefer it goes back and forth between the Tavern Style (thin crust) and the Deep Dish. I put this to the test with a post it note stop to a popular pizza stop in the heart of the Loop. Lou Malnati's Pizzeria is a gem when it comes to dining in the city. The menu ranges from both Deep Dish, Tavern Style, Appetizers, Salads, and Desserts. They also offer

It may be an hot week this week in Nashville, TN but it is hotter with all the events. There are great events this week at Bridgestone Arena, Nissan Stadium, The Pinnacle, The Ryman, and Geodis. Here are your happenings for the week and weekend in Nashville, TN. At Bridgestone Arena this week there are events there are experiences on Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. On Wednesday Doc Toliver is performing at 7:30 pm. This upcoming Friday and Saturday at 7:00 pm Megan Maron

The Chicago River flows through the city of Chicago, IL and is part of the city. It has been part of the history for the Native Americans, those who settled in the area, and everyday life in this Midwestern town. It is also part of a great attraction that I was able to experience on my recent post it note trip to the Windy City. The Riverwalk in Chicago is a large stretch of paths that run along the Chicago River. Along the Riverwalk are great restaurants, river tours, sh

There is plenty of history when it comes to Chicago, Il. Naval history is a strong part of this area of the country along Lake Michigan. There is an area that is just east of the downtown area that offers not only great history but activities as well. The Navy Pier was originally constructed in 1916 as the Municipal Pier for shipping and public recreation. In 1927 the area was renamed the Navy Pier for those who served in World War One. It was transitioned during this th

The beef industry has always been a big part of the city of Chicago, IL. It is part of the culture of the area as the Union Stockyard opened up in 1865. Large industrial slaughterhouses arose with the beef industry which led to the Chicago Beef Hotdog and Italian Beef Sandwiches. One place that I received several post it note trips is famous for both. Portillo's has multiple locations throughout the city of Chicago with a extensive menu of both Chicago Dogs, Italian Beef