Chicago Visit

Friday, December 3, Arne and I flew to Chicago for a surprise birthday party for Arne's brother, Carl. Carl was totally surprised that there was a party and especially surprised that we were there. On the drive back to our motel, the snow, which had been predicted, began to fall.




Saturday morning we awoke to a winter wonderland. We were grateful Hertz had recommended we upgrade to an SUV as we needed the traction to get out of the motel parking lot...after brushing off 6" of snow. We were reminded why we left Chicago in 1979.


We went to niece Michelle's home to visit with Carl and his kids before we all headed out for a birthday party for Carl's granddaughter Nicole's 17th. While at Michelle's, Carl opened his gift from Arne...an iPad. Arne also bought us an iPad so he and Carl can now talk about their favorite apps.


We spent a few hours at Michelle's on Sunday and flew back to Florida that afternoon. Our flights were good, no issues with TSA, and the snow came between our flights. Short, but pleasant, time with family.