I too wish say thanks much for organizing this my first FT event. It turned out great and even my wife (who was worried we would spend all the time tallking miles) said " they're a fun group " which I suppose is permission for me attend mnay more events.

Glad also that it allowed me to spend some time in Chicago, which I found( must say surprisingly) to be a great city and only regret that I had not visted (except ORD)before.
Mike