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My Chicago Anniversary

My Chicago Anniversary

6 reasons I've stayed in Chicago for the last 6 years.

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Claire Malkie
Oct 17, 2023
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My Chicago Anniversary
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Yesterday morning I woke up with this feeling like I’d forgotten something. This nagging feeling persisted even after I’d checked Facebook for any birthdays, and my Google calendar for any meetings. Nothing seemed out of place.

Then, like a speeding train, the important date crashed into my line of sight.

“It’s my Chicago anniversary!”

Chicago and I hav…

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