Good, Bad, Beautiful
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1/11/2007
Chicago is a absolutely beautiful city, overall. The landscape and attractions are wonderful. This, coming from a person who has lived here all their life (30 yrs). I mention this because we often do not take in & appreciate our surroundings when we constantly experience them.
I love the seasonal guides available from the city that outlines free or low cost attractions & events in the city (save money dating).
Unfortunately, a good education guarantees nothing here. You'd better have something lined up before you arrive or have a very solid work history. But then again, employers seem to adore candidates who do not originate from Chicago. Anywhere USA except another large city with a bad reputation. (It could be a minority thing, whatever it is I don't get it.)
There are some neighborhoods that are racially segregated on the surface, but it is directly related to income, lack of employment and unfair lending practices.
I adore this city. You can always find something, a live atmosphere or a peaceful setting. Despite all of this, I have to leave. I have had the hardest time finding employment here. I am made to feel as though I have a criminal record. I possess a graduate degree and I'm a very well rounded individual. I keep getting the cold shoulder in the Windy City. I can't continue to bleed money to hang on here. My parents came here for prosperiety and opportunity and I must leave for the same.
Moni | Chicago, IL