Where have I been? Chicago, to spend a couple of days with my fellow wizards, former co-worker, and friends.
Who have I talked with? Jim, Emily, Loraine, Erica, Amy, Holly, Jacob, Eric, Robert, Karen, I will never name them all, lots and lots of dear friends. We went out to dinner with Justin, and old friend of the Sweet Bear.
What have I seen? The area around the north end of Grant Park, the Chicago River, a nice walk up Michigan Avenue. I didn't have a lot of free time, and the weather was warm and very humid.
Which Hotel did we stay at? The Hyatt Regency on Wacker in Chicago. It has been updated since I was there last fall, and is looking good.
When is the next adventure? September, I need to get ready to attend the wedding of a dear friend on that trip.
What am I working on? The second edit of a report, and reading a book I need to review in the next week or so. It is a short book.
How is everyone? My sister has had all restrictions lifted by her doctors, Jay's brother is still in cardiac intensive care. The two of us are doing well.
What have I been eating? Some great Italian food, Rosebud has a new location near Grant Park.
My wish for the week? A return to sanity in politics.
What surprised me in Chicago? How friendly and helpful locals were, asking if I would like them to take my selfie, and offering directions and advice on restaurants.
Oh there pops up Penguin!!!!!!!!! I saw this face in my reader last week and then it disappeared!! LOL!
ReplyDeleteThe photo was intended for the DailySelfie blog, and was momentarily posted the wrong blog. There is a link for my daily selfie on the bottom right
DeleteI've always thought Chicago would be an interesting place to visit. Lot of trains to play with. I pleased to hear you found the locals friendly and helpful.
ReplyDeleteLots of fun trains.
DeleteYou always seem so upbeat about your life and the choices you make and that's laudable in my book. By the way, there were 617 homicides and 2450 shootings across Chicago throughout 2023, according to Chicago Police Department data.
ReplyDeleteMight as well enjoy life, and avoid the gangsters.
DeleteThe sanity, and positivity, in politics IS a welcome change ... at least on the one side.
ReplyDeleteGood news about your sister, sending good thoughts about Jay's brother.
I have always find that people in larger cities are very helpful to out-of-towners and tourists, contrary to popular opinion.
The repugs seem to be swirling down the drain.
DeleteThanks for the good vibes Bob. 😘
DeleteWe need to go to SC some sunny day
DeleteGlad your visit to Chi-town went well! Sorry for the heat - it's cooled off a bit now...
ReplyDeleteI always feel like an excited tourist when I head to Chicago even tho I have lived in this area for most of life! There are so many wonderful sights to see!
It was a bit warm and humid.
DeleteWe're headed to Chicago this weekend. Need to plan some new places to see.
ReplyDeleteI was surprised by improvements in Grant Park since the last time I had spent much time there.
DeleteIt sounds a fine trip - and what a nice photo too.
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