A Visit to the Sears/Willis Tower Skydeck

I have a lot to say about our visit to the Sears, um, Willis Tower Skydeck. I’ll leave my critical comments for last.
First, it was a gorgeous day in Chicago. Sunny, blue skies, 72 degrees. Comfortable for July, indeed. So my wife & I decided to head downtown for a change, to visit the Sear [...]

Look Who Happened to be at Apple Holler

My wife & I stepped into Apple Holler yesterday and who happened to be standing there but President Barak Obama. We just had to ask for a photo opp. The Secret Service obliged, after a brief interrogation.

Burnt White Boy

When will I learn…
The other day, I enjoyed 90 minutes in the pool. Simply floating around, relaxing. Within a few hours, the familiar stinging sensation would creep in. I had a sun burn.
It’s interesting how the reflective nature of water has a positive effect on getting my face tanned/burned as well.
Guess it’ll be a few [...]

There’s something about a pool on a hot summer day

Today was the first uncomfortable day of the summer. At the heat of the day, it’s 90 degrees. But this morning, the pool felt really good. As I stepped into the cool oasis, a beautiful sensation of relaxation came over me.
I spent just over an hour basking in weightlessness. Not one to slash around, I [...]