This will be a 2 part post since I am so far behind and want to get
something posted for my readers. With this post being about Chicago
there is no way that I could write a short post. There is just too much
to share. So here is Part I.
Ahhhh Chicago. One of the great loves of my life. Such a
great city. I had the privalege of living in Chicago for a while after
college and it holds a special place in my past. The "Grumpencamper"
pulled into the city after we spent a week in Wisconsin for the Country Thunder Music Festival.
We were there for Lollapalooza
2011 in Grant Park. We had a lot of fun camping right in the Middle of
Grant Park. We were parked right next to the dog park which kept Miles
very entertained. He sat in the window off and on all day watching the
dogs.
While Jamie worked Miles and I explored the city on our
own. I will always recommend the public transportation system (CTA) and
will never recommend renting a car. Even with a jogging stroller it
was very easy to manage. One note though is that you make sure on the
subway map you look to see the handicap symbol next to the stop. If
there is a symbol then there will be an elevator to get your stroller
upstairs. If there isn't one then its a rough climb to the top....trust
me!
One of the first things we had to see was the new addition to the Magnificent Mile.
The Marilyn Monroe
She
is located right across from the Wrigley Building just before the river
or after depending on which direction you are coming from.
One of the things I love most about Chicago in the summer time is
that there is always something to do whether it is Monday or Saturday.
Every night we would take a stroll up and down Michigan Ave and stop by
Dancing in the Park. A swing band would play and people of all ages
would be out dancing under the stars. Its free to dance and free to
watch. We had such a good time watching the couples twirl across the
dance floor. Good clean American fun!
(excuse the poor quality I only had my phone camera on me)
