Rainy Day
I didn't know it was going to rain today until I was preparing to take my morning walk. I meant to go early this morning while it was sunny, but we had a house guest and I was unable to get properly ready to venture outdoors. It was overcast. I saw that rain was approaching, but I figured I had 15 minutes which would be time for a quick walk and I could handle a light rain.
It turns out that it was a little cooler outside than I anticipated and the rain was a little heavier than light rain. I did a very quick walk up the block and then decided it would be best to turn back. Instead of venturing out in the rain, I decided to order some Thai delivery from a place that delivered a menu to our apartment. The Duck Walk advertises delivery service, so I decided to try their Pad Khee Mao. It was very spicy, and good, but not nearly as yummy as the dish from Sala Thai in Louisville. If I ever order it again, I would request a few changes. However, I will probably try something from there again such as the Pad Thai or the Cashew Chicken.
I may be going out to a place tonight with Sheryl, Darrell, and some other friends but this is to be determined. Anything we do will me minimal as I don't have a lot of time for gallivanting all over town.
posted by Andy @ 4:55 PM
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One of my coworkers today mentioned the fact that government meals and incidental expenses in Chicago are almost 2 times more than "USA, Other".
The government assumes you will need almost $65.00 per day in Chi-town for food. I think taxi tips might be included in that price too, though.
That is pretty ridiculous.
You (and/or Darrell) might find this interesting:
http://www.gsa.gov/Portal/gsa/ep/contentView.do?queryYear=2008&contentType=GSA_BASIC&contentId=17943&queryState=Illinois&noc=T
i guess its not unreasonable to expect that expenses would be twice what they would be otherwise, but it definitely opens up your meal options if eating in the city.
Part of the reason may be that tax is higher in Chicago, especially in certain areas of downtown.
Looking at the M&IE breakdown for the $64 per diem, it shows 12 for breakfast, 18 for lunch, and 31 for dinner. I can definitely eat for less than that a day, but maybe not if I am staying at a hotel. It doesn't appear that cab fare is included in the per diem as it is only listed as three dollars.
It is pretty interesting though.
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