Monday from Chicago

I woke up this morning and it took me several seconds to figure out where I was. For the past several weeks we’ve slept in about a half dozen different places, so I’m never too sure where I am until I look out the window.

I’m here for a number of reasons. First, I had to leave Bermuda since my entry was only as a visitor and only for 21 days. (I now have my letter allowing entry/re-entry for the next three years, so that’s one hurdle we’re over). Second, I’m here to meet a contractor who will be installing some additional cabinets. Third, I need to bring along some additional personal items that we left in Chicago three weeks ago. And finally, I need to pick up some items that are either difficult to find, or outrageously expensive, in Bermuda.

I’ll only be here for a few more days. I’m eager to get back and get us settled and moved into our new home. Kim and I were there last Saturday and got the kitchen and our bedroom mostly sorted out. Still lots to do, though, and since Kim doesn’t have a car yet, she won’t be staying at the house.

Hurricane Kyle was out in the Atlantic about 200 miles west of us on Saturday. It resulted in some fairly strong winds and dark clouds. From High Corners, the view was really quite beautiful. A bit ominous, but not enough to be frightening, although my thinking might change if we’re in the direct path of a hurricane. On the positive side, the house is quite solidly built, and there are storm shutters on almost all the windows.

Thanks to those of you who’ve given me feedback on this blog. A couple have said they’ve tried to add comments, but couldn’t. I think the first week or so, adding a comment required some sort of signing-in. I removed all restrictions, so I think it should be fairly simple now. If not, well, let me know, and I’ll try to figure it out. I’m new to this, too.