From the Southside of Chicago

In a few weeks I'll be sailing the Pacific with some of the Blues' finest. I can only imagine how proud artists Koko Taylor & the Blues Machine, Elvin Bishop, Magic Slim and Ronnie Baker Brooks must be of Chicago’s own. Congratulations, Barack Obama, on accepting your presidential nomination on the 45th anniversary of Dr. King’s “Dream” speech. Politics aside, every American can honor and admire this historic event. ..................................................................... For a further look, visit our sister blog, 60 Quick Seconds. Link's on the right. Thanks.