A Time of Great Change.

A friend of mine recently prophesied this summer would be a time of great change... how right she was.

Of dear friends, one is moving to San Francisco, one to Austin, and many friends are changing schools and jobs this coming year.

In a time of great change, it's easy to question your decisions and dwell on the hardships ahead.  But do not fear... it change leads to great discoveries.  If we stayed in one place forever, we'd all know what to expect.

At the same time, as things wind down this summer, it's hard not to get sentimental about Chicago and all its offerings (see yesterday's post).

So, to feel better, I've made a list of a few things I'll be grateful to be without this coming year in Sun Prairie... I'm Grateful to Leave behind:

• Fear.  On the EL, in the street, fear of dog loss, baby loss, and thievery, etc.  
• Expenses.  Thankfully, WI living expenses are less. 
• Traffic 
• Pan-handlers. Darnit... I saw some kids grow up begging- "trying to get back to ...." for years. 
• Road Construction (seriously Foster Ave, you suck)
• Parking Tickets (KEITH!!!)
• Parking meters
• Bikers on the Lakefront- one accident, and you'll never want to ride again. 
• City Stickers
• Wrigleyville - before, during, and after games. 
• Taxis. 

That's it. 

I racked my brain, and that's it. 

My list of loves is much longer. 

I can't help it. 

I'll miss you Chicago. 

Friends, I'll miss you more. 

But, I can't help but hope for good things to come!