Thoughts

Chicago is arguably my favorite big city. It was hands down my favorite until I lived in Philadelphia for even just the short time I was there. For a few days last week I was back in my element. There is nothing like being able to walk freely through the downtown area of a big city. Chicago is a city where you can go time after time and never be forced to do anything twice. Each day I was there, I walked for at least a mile. From the central location of the Hyatt Regency of Chicago I walked up and down Michigan Avenue and down by the water. If shopping is your thing, then Michigan Ave. is for you. There are bars and restaurants all over the city, many chains, though more that are unique to the area. Chicago has a tremendous amount of character and caters to visitors of any interest. The weather was not ideal, though decent enough in which to walk and enjoy the city. The architecture of the old buildings is breathtaking and the contrast of the color changing leaves was beautiful. And on top of all of this, how can you not love a city that is so clean? There were not even many cigarette butts on the streets. You cannot beat Chicago.