A few first Chicago experiences

I have now been in Chicago for three weeks. It definitely doesn't feel like I have been here that long. I have had a lot of fun experiences in the first few weeks. I've been trying to get some of these things in because I start classes this week and I'm not sure how much time I will have after I start grad school. I love the cultural experiences in Chicago. I have been able to go to so many free events that have been incredible. My first night here I got to go to Shrek: the Musical. In the time following I have also gone to the Chicago Jazz Festival, an African drumming concert, and a clarinet/piano concert at the Chicago Cultural Center. I have done a little exploring in Chicago, boating twice--once on the Illinois River and once to Lake Geneva for a regional YSA activities, and this weekend I went to another YSA conference at Nauvoo. I was so excited to see a few of the members I worked so closely with on my mission.
This last week I had orientation for Northwestern. I found out that I am one of three Master's students that was accepted this year. I felt very honored to be here. I start classes on Tuesday. I have met with the professor I am a graduate asisstant for, and worked through a few clerical errors. (Like a slight identity mix up)
My classes for this coming term are going to be interesting and challenging.


The garden fountain at The Chicago Art Institute


One of the train stations in Chicago


Buckingham Fountain




Marilla, me, and Elizabeth, my roommate, at the Carthage Jail.


I spent more time with the Douglases, Churches, and Millers than with any of the young single adults there. It was so good to catch up with people that I love so much.




Elizabeth is a great roommate.


I love the Nauvoo Temple!