I thought it was time for a little, “The Chicago Files” makeover! As I was skulking past the beginning of historic, “Route 66” in downtown Chicago the other day, I was inspired to switch things up a bit back at the ‘ol blog. I suppose the word, “Begin” was my primary motivator; therefore, “begin again” is the theme of today (actually, my new WordPress theme name is, “The Bloggy Theme” for my fellow bloggers taking note in the Blogosphere).
I’ve also included a Twitter link on the right side of my blog.
Now, where did I put that new typewriter ribbon?? 🙂
Thank you so much for your continued support, and welcome to new readers, too!
The Chicago Files 
Nice theme 🙂
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Thank you so much! I was hoping it looked okay! I’m my own worst critic! Cher xo
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You’re very welcome, and it looks great! Oh I know the feeling, I’ve had trouble picking a change of theme as well, still haven’t found one..
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You have no idea how much I appreciate your words! Thank you so much! Yes, me too; it has taken me about 3 weeks to narrow it down. I really like the look of this theme with a typewriter feel to it. The photo was taken just for the blog so I like that, too! I love your blog the way it is, by the way! cher xo
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Thanks so much, that’s very kind of you to say! I like the photo on your blog it’s real nice, trains do fascinate me, and the color scheme (gray) is pleasing to my eyes! 🙂
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Your blog IS wonderful! I love trains, too! They are my favorite means of transportation. Ah, thank you regarding the grey; I wanted something to look good with the steel of the train and tracks! *LOL* It sounds as if I am coordinating pillows with the sofa, doesn’t it? *grin* cher xo
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hehe 🙂 well, the coordination has paid off, brilliantly! 🙂 oh yeah train journeys are my favorite too!!
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Ah, bless! Thank you so much!! There is something about trains!! As you can see in the photo, the train is literally traveling between buildings! I love it! Cher xo
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indeed! that’s quite a sight, spent a moment just looking at it! you’re most welcome dear friend 🙂 🙂
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🙂 🙂 and thank YOU my dear! Cher xo
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🙂 🙂
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Wow, I love your new theme, Cher, sassy, soothing and sophisticated, oh look, it’s you in a theme. 🙂
Big hugs, Donna. xox
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Now tell me you haven’t made my entire week my dear!!!! Thank YOU so much, Donna! That is extremely kind of you to say!! *yeay* Big hugs, Cher xo
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I like the new theme! it’s very urban 🙂
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Yeay! *clink* Thank you, Andy! That was the whole idea, so once again, I knew you’d get it! 🙂 🙂 Cher xo
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*clink*! 😊
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;-P
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Like the fonts – easy to read in the post and the old style ‘typewriter-esqe’ titles are great! And, like at least one of your other commenters, I’m dribbling at that train shot 🙂
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Ah, thank you so much! I really appreciate your words! *grin* Oh yes, I’m really grateful to have this photo for the blog! 🙂 🙂 🙂 Cher xo
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Reblogged this on georgeforfun.
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I like it! Scary to make a change…Good for you. Bravo!
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Thank you so much! Oh yes, I certainly felt scared to make this blog change! It took me soooo long to decide on a new theme that when I pushed, “SAVE & PUBLISH” I squinted my eyes in case I didn’t like it! *LOL* Cher xo
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Proud of you. I’d be terrified! Great job!
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Ah, thank you so much!!! Cher xo
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Nice theme and layout.
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Thank you so much! I hope I did the right thing in changing it all! Cher xo
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Don’t worry about it. I say you did the right thing, and besides, change is good.
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Agreed!!!! Thank you! Cher xo
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You’re welcome. xo
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This is a great new look, well done!! It looks great on my Galaxy S5 as well. 😍👍☀️
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John, thank you so much! As a matter of fact, I’m glad you mentioned your Galaxy S5, as this particular theme is suppose to be (as WP calls it) “responsive”; in my words, it’s suppose to be clear on any device! *LOL* Good to know it is readable on your Galaxy S5, John! Cher xo
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You bet, no worries! I am sure it looks great on the iPad too, if it renders so well on a tiny device like a phone. Be well. 🙂
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Also good to know! If anyone is reading this on an iPad, I’m sure John is correct! 🙂 Thanks John, you as well! Cher xo
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Looking good 🙂
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Thank you so much, Norm!! Cher xo
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Wow! What a surprise, Cher. I thought I was on the wrong blog for a minute. A drastic change, for sure. It’s going to take a little time to get used to it. It’s so different. You are playing with my head, Cher! Love the new photo. This theme is more like a newspaper. It suits your blog. Yes, I’m getting to like it now that I have adjusted my eyes!! Ha. I’m pulling your leg a little, Cher. I do like it!! 🙂
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*LOL* Ah dear Carol! Thank you and you almost got me there! hehehehe Thanks! I wanted my blog to look more like a newspaper, an urban (retro) look whereby the good ol’ typewriter was still in use! Cher xo
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Nice look, Cher. The image is very Chicago.
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Thank you so much, Bruce! I am extremely fortunate to have this photo for my blog. It’s not an angle that is obtained on a regular basis, so I’m grateful for it! Cher xo
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It’s rather a change, but I think it’s a pretty good-looking theme. I don’t think it’ll be hard to get used to.
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Why thank you, Joseph! I was trying to capture a “type-writer”, simplistic, urban theme all rolled into one! *grin* Cher xo
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Or should I say, “typewriter”!
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Ooh! Looks gorgeous, Cher!x
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You have literally just made my day, dear Laura! Thank you so much! I have been hoping it looks okay!!! Cher xo
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