In 2017 I have posted a lot of sunrise pictures from my little vantage point here in Chicago overlooking beautiful Lake Michigan. I find it rather fitting to close out the year with a photo of a sunset (representing the end of the year and looking forward to the upcoming year) from another Great Lake perspective, that of Lake Ontario from Toronto’s stunning Harbourfront.
My wish for you in 2018 is that you find yourself in many happy and delightful moments, each one creating memories that will make your heart sing in the years to come.
My wish for you in 2018 is that it is a year you feel gratitude for the little, wonderful experiences that would otherwise go unnoticed, but that somehow creep into your awareness and allow you to feel these special gems for the gifts they truly are.
My wish for you in 2018 includes taking time for yourself to re-energize your batteries should you feel the need to recharge.
My wish for you in 2018 is to realize you don’t have to sacrifice your own well-being in order to please others; believe me, it never works in your favor.
My wish for you in 2018 is that your sense of self is recognized for the amazing person you are, and not for what anyone else attempts to show you otherwise.
My biggest wish for you in 2018 is to feel the wishes I wish for you and know you deserve every single joyous moment of your heart’s desire.
A very Happy New Year to you, my amazing readers!
The Chicago Files 
Your wishes is my wishes for you also. Happy New Year Cher! Much joy happiness and love throughout the years as well.
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You are such an incredible inspiration to me, my dear. I cannot tell you how much I appreciate your words always. And that is my wish for you as well; thank you so much! Big hugs, Cher xo
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You’re welcome. Be well and keep smiling
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Bless you, my dear; thank you! Cher xo
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Wonderful thoughts Cher, thank you for the good wishes! And may the same be for you as well. Nice photo of the old woody frozen in! Happy New Year Cher and family!
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Why thank you, John! Ah yes, isn’t it something that ship? Happy New Year to you and your family, John! Cher ox
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That’s a cracking picture.
Happy New Year Cher. 🙂
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Ah Ronnie! It’s so nice to see you! Thank you so much and a very Happy New Year to you, too! Cher xo
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These are the best New Year’s wishes I’ve ever received. I wish you the same.
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My dear MK, I cannot even begin to tell you how much your thoughtful words mean to me. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. Blessings to you! Cher xo
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A happy New Year 2018. That God bless you and give you a good health and happiness.
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Thank you so much, Annie! And God Bless You and for you good health and happiness in 2018! Cher xo
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Happy New Year! Thanks for the wonderful posts.
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David, you are such an inspiration to me. Thank you for your wonderful posts and a very Happy New Year to my fellow ex-pat Canuck! Cher xo
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A superb photo, Cher. Wishing you a wonderful and Happy New Year! 🥂 ♥️
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Thank you so much, dear Iris! I wish you a wonderful and Happy New Year as well! Cher xo
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Happy New Year to you and your loved ones, Cher! I am looking forward to more wonderful inspirations from Lake Michigan and Chicago!
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Ah, bless! Thank you so much, dear Erika! That means a lot to me! Blessings to you and a very Happy New Year and all the best of everything in 2018! Cher xo
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Thank you so very much, Cher! All the best to you 💖
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Wishing you all the best in 2018, dear Cher!!! Hope today and every day is wonder-filled, which is easy to wish because you’re in each day. 🙂
Big hugs and stay warm, dear friend xoxo
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My dear Donna, thank you so much and talk about thoughtful and kind words! I will say it again: right back at you my dear! Big hugs and defo on the warm to you as well, dear friend! Cher xo
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Thank you for your lovely wishes, Cher. All the best to you in 2018. Happy New Year! 🌻 xo
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Thank you, Tonya! I wish you and Farm Guy and all of the sweet fur folks an incredible 2018! Happy New Year! Cher xo
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Thank you very much, Cher! 🙂
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My wish for you is that you bring back enough Timmies to last you through 2018 🙂
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Hahaha that is A LOT of Timmies, Teri! 😉 Cher xo
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And this is bad how? 🙂
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Because I didn’t have room in my suitcase for more! Hahahaha 😉
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And a wonderful 2018 to you too.
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Ah, bless you my dear! Thank you so much! Cher xo
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Likewise to you! Thank you again for the frequent reminders of home. Happy new year and best wishes for 2018.
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Ah, God Bless You! Thank you so much! It is wonderful to know that! And the same to you as well! Cher xo
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Happy New Year to you Cher, may all your days be filled with love and happiness. hugs, Eddie
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Bless you, dear Eddie! Thank you so much and always! Right back at you! Hugs, Cher xo
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Such beautiful wishes… I hope they come true 😀 Happy New Year 2018, dear Cher… Sending love across the miles. 💕💗
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Ah, merci beaucoup dear Aquileana! That is so thoughtful of you to say! And sending love right back across the miles to you! Cher xoxo
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