Leaving Louisville...

Saying goodbye and moving onto a new chapter in life is never easy. So it was with sadness and tears I packed my bags for the last time as a "resident" of Louisville (even though I've been living in Chicago since October, I still consider myself a resident of Louisville) and headed to the airport. It was a bittersweet departure. On the one hand, I hate goodbyes. I had been secretly dreading this moment. Or maybe not so secretly since I'd been crying off and on for months even before my wedding.

On the other hand, Iwas bringing my mother to Chicago to her new home - only a 15 minute walk from our home! I was excited for her since she'd never been on a plane before. We carefully planned all of our luggage, checking and rechecking for "prohibited" items in carry-on bags so as to ensure the least amount of hassle going through security.

The weather was absolutely stellar - not a cloud in the sky. Many thanks to "chocolate cake" Carolyn for once again helping out with transportation.


Mother's flight
"This is so easy! I don't see why everyone doesn't do this."

"I don't need a view."
Here is a picture of Mother looking out at the lake from her home for the first time.

Final Preparations

Preparing Mother's new home

Debbie and Bill's visit

King Tut exhibit at the Field Museum on 6/19