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MerryBlooms

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3. Chicago is wonderful! The people are warm and welcoming.

Reply to electric_blue68 (Reply #1)

Wed Jun 10, 2026, 02:38 PM

Jun 10

I don't know if I will be able to get back since my life changes, but I really want to, just for President Obama Library!!
If you go to Chicago, you will have a blast! 🫶 Chicago!!

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Anna Connelly- her visit to the Obama Presidential Library [View all] Figarosmom Jun 10 OP

TY! Chicago is the one city I haven't yet visited that I want to... electric_blue68 Jun 10 #1

As far as I'm concerned the train is the best way to go. Figarosmom Jun 10 #2

Sounds like you had great visits! electric_blue68 Jun 10 #4

Chicago is wonderful! The people are warm and welcoming. MerryBlooms Jun 10 #3

I have a few reasons for going... electric_blue68 Jun 10 #5

I've done boat tours, downtown tours, The Lake during winter MerryBlooms Jun 10 #6

You put my amazing Oregon on your list too. I will house you and take you to my favorite places... MerryBlooms Jun 10 #7

I'd certainly skip winter! 😄 .... electric_blue68 Jun 10 #8

If you're looking at a three day stay, super hard! 🥰 MerryBlooms Jun 10 #9

Ohhh, boy! 😄 Life willing: if I'm able to set it up whenever; I will -avail myself- of our knowledgable Chicago DU'rs! electric_blue68 Jun 10 #10

NYC is on my bucket list! 🫶 MerryBlooms Jun 10 #11

If we're still on here when you get near🤞 to visiting NYC; I'll be happy to answer questions you might have... electric_blue68 Jun 10 #12