A few days in Chicago

Derek and I just returned from Chicago where he celebrated his 18th birthday while attending an award conference with me. The Ameriprise National conference is held every two years and rewards the top 10% of advisors with an amazing conference.





Immediately after landing at Midway we went on an architectural cruise on the Chicago river where we marveled at the diverse sky scape of Chicago.






On Thursday morning we heard Chris Gardener speak. He was homeless and became wealthy. This is the man the movie "Pursuit of Happyness" is based on. (that is how they spelled Happiness)




On Thursday afternoon we went on a Segway Tour around the city and saw the city up close. What a fun way to get around and enjoy a beautiful city.











On Friday afternoon we were able to see the Cubs beat the Cards at Wrigley field. We were at a rooftop party for the game. Very nice way to see a ballgame. The Cubs fans sell out every home game all 42,000 seats-- Amazing for a team with no world series win for the last 100 years.





We rode the subway to the stadium and enjoyed a scenic walk back to the hotel in a city we greatly enjoyed.







Friday night we had a dinner and were able to catch up with old friends. Here I am with my buddy Wes from Tallahassee. It was a great evening.







Our entertainment was provided by the Brian Setzer Orchestra. He is the guy who played in Stray Cats. They play swing music and they put on a GREAT show!!!!









On Saturday we were addressed by Magic Johnson, former NBA great from the LA Lakers. He has become a well established entrepreneur.





On Saturday afternoon we were able to tour the Lincoln Park Zoo. A free zoo that I like much better than the San Diego Zoo





We were able to have lunch and tour the zoo with "Uncle Joel" who lives in
Chicago and was with us on our cross country ride last Summer. It was very good to catch up with Joel.







With the Hancock tower in the background today we left the windy city and safely got back to Ocala.