Standing by the railing that overlooks the city, I breathe deeply as the cool night breeze ruffles my hair. Willis Tower rises above the other lit-up building. I take in the skyline, admiring the breathtaking beauty surrounding me. I've seen the lake from my patio at night. But this is something altogether different. The bright city lights stretch like grasping fingers into the distance. I realize just how much I missed Chicago.

Matteo stands behind me with his front lightly ...