Ready for Summer-Chicago 2008
Saturday, February 14, 2009 - Travel
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The warmer weather is definitely finding it's way back to South Carolina. I am more than ready to feel some sun. I must say that after speaking to many of my friends they share the same feeling. With America's status on tilt, people are ready to get out of the house. Away from the gloom and doom news that plagues are TV's. I'd much rather hear the ocean waves crashing against a foreign coast line than talk show hosts debating the stimulus plan.
The last time I felt this deep desire for a vacation, I went to see a good friend of mine Kelly Moore last summer. Not only is Kelly a wonderful photographer, he also is an avid wakeboarder. With the temperatures scorching in South Carolina, I jetted off to Chicago to escape the heat. Kelly and his wife were very hospitable and so nice. (I have found these characteristics in many Chicagoans, and it very much reminds me of home.) However I do recall an early wake up call at 7:00 in the morning. It was a subtle tap tap on the door, followed up with whispers. "Charles....you up" After I moaned and rolled over another whisper; "Dude it's glass" He of course was referring to the lake. I thought he flipped his lid. However, as I stumbled my way over to the windows I discovered what Kelly meant. That morning was an absolute great experience. To board on an endless sheet of water, was an amazing experience. Thanks Kelly for the memories you are welcome in SC anytime. |
| The ever so lovely Nancy Beale. Engaged to my good friend and fellow Wedding Photojournalist David Wittig |
| I had a great time staying at the Burnham Hotel. Loved the architecture, the view of the city, the vintage rrom keys, and the breakfast was delicious. I got back into the city from Kelly's lake house just in time. A thunderstorm swept through Chicago and lightening blistered through the sky. Sorry no photos of the lightening, but I do have these. |
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