I was born and raised here, my family goes back generations here. And now have raised my family here and have grandchildren here. Most times, things are more easily said than done. I'd really like to get out of here now, things are just getting worse and worse and unfortunately, Chicago does run this state and it's pitiful and maddening. And for now, I'm caring for elderly parents and can't/won't put them through a move. But hoping to some day...


It isn't what happens to you that defines you, it's what you DO about what happens to you that defines you!

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