chicago

Well in spite of myself I decided to do a blog. Chicago is definitely a story and not a conversation. The house is very old and has a lot of charm. Heather my exchange person noted that we must be a perfect match because we have the same bathroom floor and the same breadbox.It is icy cold here but is supposed to warm up. We got wonderful help from the transit people and think we have it figured out.. We were on our way to Millennium park when we saw a free concert was starting at the Chicago Performing arts theater. So we were waylayed.. But it was worth it. Classical music. Wonderful musicians.Tomorrow we are going to do a "what to do in a day" from my guide book. But will end up at the zoo, which is one of very few remaining free zoos. There is also a Oz garden in homage to Frank Baum, with oz statues.We have not changed to Chicago time yet so are still two hours behind the city.We ask for help a lot and people are very nice about giving it.Had left over Pizza for dinner and a little wine. Can't be on vacation without wine. Ray is doing great and said he feels better after the walking. By the way we did go to Millennium part and it is pretty special.