It is insane to roll back any existing regulations. Always thought the opening sequence of the Blues Brothers movie was a great example of what Chicago looked like in 1979. Aerial footage, here are a few screenshots. It’s not movie magic, my family lived there during that time.

Soothing quiet for the soul.

ESVM. Her candle burned at both ends but gave a lovely light in her house built upon the sand.

After searching the house high & low, finally found her here. How she entered is a puzzle, nary a bauble or bead was disturbed. Happy Holidays!

Remembering my Dad for its his birthday month. He never received a gift for his birthday, it was so close to Christmas. I wrapped his gifts in birthday paper every year & spread them out over the month. Nothing fancy, his favorite soda, a candy bar, oranges & nuts. He cried every time. Miss you Da.

Reading about her favorite feline, Pickle.

Going back to my happy place for the holidays! Look out Chi-town, incoming from the middle of nowhere.

Our Pi, she is a marvelous addition to the household. If one needs to herd cats, she will deliver.

Good morning. Dark & stormy today. See below for the plan, just add hot tea periodically.

View from my window after the last ice storm.

A few of our permanent residents.