In the following slide show, walk along with me to and from the swim portion of Chicago's Triathlon. It was crisp and sunny this morning, a perfect day to enjoy the outdoors and the wonders of the human body. There are thousands of tourists in town. One participant (staying at our home!) said, "This race …
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A Retired Nurse Remembers
"Where were you the day that Kennedy died?" my dinner guest asked me recently. I wondered why she wanted to know, but, as most of us who were alive then, I could remember exactly. "Sitting at my sister's kitchen table, " I said. "I know you weren't at work that night. And I missed you." …
Thornton Quarry – Illinois
If you don't mind waiting 3-4 years to tour the Thornton Quarry, this is an outing for you. When you’re traveling south of Chicago on the Tristate, have you ever wondered about that deep stone hole below that “dike” you’re crossing? For years, we’ve traveled that road to Michigan, and I would crane my neck …
Fire Safety — A Nurse Grandma’s Scare
The next time you’re moaning about having to attend a mandatory fire safety program, interrupting your day, at your workplace, think about this story. The other night I was babysitting for my daughter’s two children under two on the 13th floor of a high rise her family was renting for vacation. I was burping the …
Macy’s Flower Show – Chicago, 2011
The flower show at Macy's Chicago is over tomorrow, and, as I was going out for the afternoon, I told my husband I was not going to have time to take pictures this year. So, while I was gone, he surprised me and ran over to take some for me. How sweet is that! Soon …
Book Signing at Hair Salon
Many thanks go to Krystyna Velasco! It was a delight to meet a steady flow of other customers - 28 in all! - from 4pm to 7pm today. I found we all appreciate her, not only for how she produces magic with our hair, but for her hospitality--her love for each of us and her …
Chicago’s St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations
If you don't have green to wear, stay home during St. Patrick's Day celebrations in Chicago. On March 12, lots of people congregated at The Bean, while others were hurrying to the parade that would start a block away. The parade starts at Columbus Drive just beyond The Bean in Millennium Park. Sorry I didn't …
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From a floral arrangement in our lobby.
A Magnificent Mile of Joy
At almost 69, I'm realizing my "Bucket List" has suddenly become important. A few days ago we were out for lunch with friends our age when it popped into my mind to ask, "What's on your bucket list?" Most everyone knows that phrase refers to the movie starring Jack Nicholson (I've loved him ever since …
Write Along with Me 