Exploring Chicago

One of the most fun things we have been able to do together was a trip to US Cellular Field for a White Sox game. Of course just being in a MLB venue is a kick, but it was beautiful day for the game, and we had exceptional seats. The division leading Sox were playing the KC Royals.



Bubb and I did some serious people watching, which is half the fun of a public activity like this. The "couple" in front of us was so odd that at first we couldn't determine the genders of either of them. They were both multiply pierced and tatooed, but when the DH, Quintin, hit a grand slam, we were high-fiving with them as if we had known them forever. Bubb and I even shared a hot dog and some peanuts.



The game was no pitcher's duel, and as you can see from the final score (15 to 5), there was plenty of action. I hope our two scheduled games in San Diego are as fun. We rode the train to and from the game, which adds to the fun. Bubb wanted a White Sox jersey, so we dropped a tidy sum on it. Be sure and comment when you see her wear it.



While I was in meetings, Bubby set out for some serious adventure. She took the El to Roosevelt and when she got off, she shot this photo of the Chicago skyline from the Lake side.



The purpose of her trip was to visit the Chicago Field Museum. She said it was a fabulous building, and what made it even better was that the second Tuesday of each month is free day. She said that she had it pretty much to herself until about 11:00 and then the place was mobbed, mainly with young families.



Part of the reason for her visit was to see "Sue" the T-Rex that was acquired amidst controversy 10 years ago. She said the skeleton was quite impressive.



She saw this sign inviting her to measure her own foot against that of an aptosaur, which you can see in the next photo.



Bubb is always concerned that she now has to buy size nine shoes when she used to be an 8.5, but I don't think her problems are as severe as apato's.



After leaving the museum, Bubb explored the lake front and shot a couple of photos along the shore. She was impressed with the Illinois state, and Chicago city flags.



This is the anchor off of some famous ship, but since I wasn't there, I can't supply any details. Maybe a destroyer, battleship, or an aircraft carrier.



Bubb eventually ventured onto the Miracle Mile (Michigan Avenue) and did some window shopping. Before leaving home, she had looked on-line to see if Chicago had an Orvis store, she was disappointed to discover nothing listed. Imagine her surprise when she was crossing this intersection with Michigan Avenue, and saw an Orvis store flying its colors. Of course she was sucked in to the black hole and spent a good portion of time, and a little money in the store.



When my seminar ended, we ran to Pizzeria Uno to have our first taste of Chicago style pizza. We ordered a four cheese and pesto affair, and shared an antipasto salad while we waited the thirty or so minutes for it to bake. The crust is not made with yeast, it is more biscuit like, but it tasted grand with all that cheese and pesto. We were only able to eat one piece each.

I have more to report because yesterday, Bubb went to Garrett's popcorn and American Girl. However, it is time for me to head to my last half-day of seminar. This afternoon we are headed to the Shedd Aquarium, Millenial Park, and out to dinner somewhere. We are trying to decide between Greek (the Parthenon in Greek Town), ribs (Carson's Ribs), or nuevo Mexicano (Rick Bayliss' Frontera Grill). We'll let you know what we decide.

Buboppy