The Windy City

Chicago has that big city feel to it, with all the big city amenities, without the overwhelming crowds. It is very clean, with many public parks, bike paths and walkways. The riverwalk was one of my favorites.

Yes, it can be a bit expensive to live downtown, but nothing compared to NYC. Transportation is well developed, with buses, trains, subways and airports all nearby. There are lots of free public attractions, parks and recreational areas. One that stood out for me was the outdoor concert venue Jay Pritzker Pavilion in Millennium Park.

The Rehabilitation Institute of Chicago organizes a marathon to raise funds for charitable causes. Please help my friend Des achieve his 2012 goal by making a tax deductible donation: www.ric.org/campbell

There are lots of fun things to see and experience in Chicago and I highly recommend you visit it!