December 7

We drove to Encinitas to visit Mony's brother had his his family after Palm Springs. We went bird watching, had a great sushi meal, and then visited the beach near their house. The sun made everything warm – except for the ocean that was only about 60 degrees. So Mony's brother truly was brave as he headed into the water. I only managed to get my feet wet – and Mony decided even that was too much for her.

2020: Work Station. Taken on Hamlin between Ainslie and Argyle in Chicago. Everything is virtual including interviews with the media, and our work stations are wherever we set our laptops.

2018: Dinner. Taken at home on Hamlin just north of Lawrence in Chicago

2016: Taking a break from ringing the bells. Taken on Randolph and State in Chicago

2012: Intently reading. Taken at O'Hare Airport