Chicago Trip - Day 4 (cont'd)
We got up to my mom's place late Friday afternoon. I took a little detour on the way and drove by the home I grew up in. I hadn't seen it in person in several years, so I experienced a bit of a shock when I got there. I think what threw me most was seeing how big the trees in the backyard had gotten. I remember when my dad planted those trees. Now they just seem enormous! It's funny how certain images of things stick in your head and how your brain responds when you see what it really looks like. I still wish mom lived there. It was a great house and in a such a good location. It's hard for me to let go of that house.
Anywho, we got up to mom's place in Huntley and began the process of unloading the car all over again. While we were waiting for Amy and Jerry to arrive, Dave and I tackled the microwave project. I thought it would be a simple swap out, but boy was I ever mistaken! Three hours later, mom's microwaving capabilities were restored! Woo hoo!
We had a late dinner of some delicious pizza, put the boys to bed and then mom, Amy and I all stayed up foolishly late. Mom hit the hay around 1am, and Amy and I pushed it for another hour later. I think we were all pretty exhausted the next morning!
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