April 11, 2012 - Wrigley Field

Taking in a Cubs game was Daniel's final Chicago Bucket List stop.  The historic Wrigley Field was small but pretty.  I loved that the boys were given a sticker that said it was their "first time at Wrigley Field."  They also received a color certificate stating who the day's rivals were (Brewers).   Our game day was sunny, but the cold weather gods blew down on us. Despite the layers and gloves, I was cold and didn't think I'd make it to the 7th inning stretch. Despite my best efforts to walk in place, I called it quits by the bottom of the 8th.  Thankfully, the gods of coffee quickly warmed me at the Starbucks across the street :)

April 10, 2012 - United Center & Humboldt Park

Daniel had a few tourist spots on his Chicago Bucket List, too! One of his must see spots was the United Center. 

He also wanted to check out the Puerto Rican side of town by Humbold Park. Needless to say, we enjoyed the food of our heritage at a local restaurant called La Borinquen. Got mofongo? Oh, yeah!!!

April 9, 2012 - The Field Museum

We couldn't go to Chicago and not visit The Field Museum that houses the famous Tyrannasaurus Rex Sue and showcases so many exhibits on what I teach in my social studies classes.  The museum did have an exploratory play room for the kids which they enjoyed, but this tourist stop had my name written all over it.


What are you looking at?




Sue's Killer Smile :)





Digging for dinosaur bones

 

April 9, 2012 - The Sky Deck @ Willis Tower

Willis Tower (formerly known as the Sears Tower) looms an amazing 1,353 feet high.  We bravely took the quick elevator ride up to the Sky Deck on the 103rd floor and took in the magnificent view that millions of tourists do every year.  Daniel and the boys very easily stepped into the glass box that juts out four feet from the building. I, on the other hand, winded up experiencing MAJOR anxiety.  Nonetheless, I slowly stepped into the box but felt the weight of elephants on my chest. Do not be fooled by the smile; I was short of pooping my pants.



April 8, 2012 - Happy Beaster!

What is Beaster? It is what you call your birthday when it lands on Easter :) For this very special Beaster, we took the boys to the Lincoln Park Zoo. After the zoo, we headed back "home" to pick up their very special Power Rangers cake to take to the Rainforest Cafe.




Poor tree frog's "webos".

 

April 7, 2012 - The Bean

Cloud Gate, a.k.a "The Bean," was a must see for me while in Chicago.  I like the reflection of the city's buildings in the 2nd picture.

On the way back home, we saw Marilyn.  Vavavoom!

April 6, 2012 - Navy Pier

Just a hop, skip, and a jump from our hotel was the Navy Pier. 

 

Sea Dog speedboat

 



The smile a Happy Meal  brings