6) Since moving to Garfield Park, I've figured out how to get to skating rinks. Here's a bit of me warming up at The Rink:
#NeilsSixChicagoThings #RollerSkate #WestSide #SouthSide
5) After living in the same place for decades, it gave me a weird sense of independence to move into the men's hotel in the loop. I stayed there for a month until some people at the Dice Dojo hooked me up with my first roommate. That ended up a mess, but it was progress.
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4) During the lockdown era I built a cult following on YouTube. That was mainly through "Good Evening, Fernwood," my reaction series to Mary Hartman, Mary Hartman.
If you want to know too much about me, here's a good place to start:
youtube.com/playlist?lis...
#NeilsSixChicagoThings #SoapOpera
3) Perhaps this was a period of adjustment, but when I got here I didn't feel immediately welcome. I decided that I would bring that welcoming energy, as I did for so many years back home.
Some people get rubbed the wrong way, but it's vital to me.
#NeilsSixChicagoThings #Welcome
2) Fizz was the first night thing I remember doing in Chicago, in the actual Fizz bar.
I put a pause on my official teaching for some years for reasons, but if you know me I NEVER stop teaching.
Not sure which birthday these GIFs came from.
#NeilsSixChicagoThings #LindyHop #SwingDance
Twelve years ago, I got off the Megabus with no plans and a lot of curiosity. I figured out how to stay here, and learned a bit about myself.
My focus shifted toward Musical Improv. Studied everywhere. Made:
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Oh oh oh, I almost forgot that tomorrow is my 12th year Chicago-versary! I'm thinking of doing a daily series called #NeilsSixChicagoThings so follow that if you're into it. And also if you have memories of us to share, please do!
#Chicago #Chicagoversary #Life #Memories