The Maley Way

Katie extended a family outing with a stop at the Harry Potter Butterbeer Bar. Jim's bathroom trash can is overstuffed. Katie found a metal hanger, prescription bottles, and a Play-Doh container in there. 

An extended weekend provided Meg with a much-needed break from school and gave her time to enjoy some hibachi and time with friends. The Maley family gathered for a movie night. Meg and Mom appeared on CBS Chicago television. 

Chicago Bears Hall of Famer Brian Urlacher chats with Jimmy and Henry about sports and about life in general. The legendary middle linebacker talks about some of his favorite teammates and coaches. #54 also reacts to the passing of Bears icon Mike Ditka. 

Jim directed an ailing Meg to barf in a park port-a-potty. He felt he that was rock solid dad work. Katie believes their daughter would've been much better off hurling on the grass. 

Grandma makes a surprise guest appearance on the podcast with Meg and Katie. Grandma shares some 1960s lingo. Also: Top 5 Smells

Jim doesn't like how Katie separates his car key fob from his keychain. Katie says Jim's collection of keys is unwieldy and heavy. Katie lists her favorite Chicago sports moments.

Meg welcomes the Knuckleheads into the podcast studio to recap the family's visit with Lou Canellis on NBC Chicago. Apparently water was spilled by someone. Meg had a blast meeting Allison Rosati. 

Jim and Katie recap the Jimmy and Henry's Today Show appearance. Jimmy introduced Game of Thrones star Kit Harington, who got a kick out of the boys. Katie experienced some fear of missing out. 

Meg has taken up sewing as a new hobby. She's making Barbie clothes for a neighbor. Katie used to sew scrunchies back in the day. Sewing is a family tradition. 

Sick days are a rite of passage for kids. Meg spent a recent sick day binge watching season 2 of Full House. Katie's cousin got married, and Meg brought home a piece of dirt cake.