The Life of Forrest Gump

As you may have already heard, I am now an employed citizen of this here America. I will be starting at the beginning of July at Northwestern University working as the Assistant Director for Orientation and Parent Programs. I could not be more excited about this position, the school, the people...and the area. Yes, I do realize that Chicago is above the Mason Dixon line...but I think I have some time to move around and explore a little, right? I hear it gets a little chilly in the windy city (probably even colder than 55degrees!?) so I will be accepting any and all long johns donations...and gloves...and Hot Hands packs for that matter.

Northwestern is a highly selective institution located in Evanston, IL...which is the north side of Chicago. I have already found a house I will be moving into the first of July, located in Wrigleyville, near Wrigley Field.

Now people have told me about the cold weather and cold hearted people and how I will adapt. To that I say, NO, I will be bringing a taste of the south up to good ole Chi-town! Polos, seersucker, the use of y'all, etc etc will all be packed nicely away for my travels north. I have a few months until the weather starts dipping below the 60degree line...so I have until then to beef up my winter clothing.

Wish me luck on being a real live adult. It should be an interesting journey, that you will definitely be included on....