Dealing with obnoxious people on public transportation. A lesson from a Chicagoian

Here’s a great idea for dealing with obnoxious people on the Metro.

Lefty Tude’s Subway Drama in Chicago.

If anyone tries this I want to hear all about it.

Chicago Part II

After seeing the car hanging out of Marina City we headed back down State Street. We were contemplating what or next move was and decided to head over to Millennium Park to see The Bean.

We are fascinated by The Bean so we took pictures and chilled in the park and took a few more pictures.

We then visited a Jamba Juice, which is a favorite of Mini Red. Walked around town more and decided to check out the L. I know I'm goofy but I enjoyed the views and was fascinated by this train that runs between these huge buildings.

We were walking around looking for a Garrett Popcorn Shop and we were stopped twice and asked for directions. How odd?

Two days walking around downtown Chicago and I was beat. So The weekend was relaxed and running errands and getting ready for the New Years Eve Party.

The New Years Eve Party was so much fun. Kate walked in all blinged out including a tiara. Jen started calling her the PrinceASS. I still have to laugh at that name. We had a ton of fabulous food and the drinks were flowing. Before I knew it it was midnight and the party kept on and people were still eating but mostly deserts now.

The PrinceASSes

It was 2am before anyone even thought of leaving but I think everyone was having so much fun and didn't want it to end. Nicole was prepared with plastic ware that she handed out for everyone to take food home.

There was still a lot of food so we pulled it all out again for lunch on New Years Day and then again for dinner when more people came over.

It was definitely one of the better New Years I have experienced. Thanks to all my Chicago friends.

The Hanging Car

I found more information on the hanging car.

The buildings are called Marina City.

The garage is 19 stories high.

Each building has 61 floors.

The car is hanging off the 17th floor.

Allstate has a new commercial based on the movie The Hunter.

To see the commercial go here.

The commercial is cool but I'm still not going to switch my insurance.

Chicago Part I

Last Thursday we headed to Chicago. The flight was uneventful but Mini Red enjoyed her window seat.

Kate picked us up from the airport and we all headed downtown. We met up with Nicole before Kate, Mini Red and I spent the afternoon shopping.

Downtown Chicago was so crowded due to the after-holiday sales. Mini Red was aching to get to The American Girl Place but that wouldn’t be until the next day, which couldn’t come soon enough for her.

Friday morning we took the Metra Train into town with Nicole. First thing first and Mini Red and I headed to the American Girl Place. Walking down the Magnificent Mile was beautiful and there were huge lines outside all the stores with people anxious for the sales. With every step Mini Red got more and more excited because she has wanted a doll for a while now and this was so much better than getting one in the mail.

It didn’t take long to find the red haired doll with the green eyes. It did take a bit longer to find the 2 outfits I promised. We made the purchases and went to find a seat so Mini Red could dress her. She decided on the name of Isolde which seemed to fit. We perused the rest of the store and left just as it was getting crazy.
Next stop is the Original Cheesecake Factory in the John Hancock Building. We walked back down the Magnificent Mile to drop off some of our purchases before the next leg of our day in downtown Chicago. I can’t get enough of how beautiful the buildings are not to mention how tall they are. As we were walking down Wacker Street I can’t help but stare at this one building that looks like honeycombs. The parking garage is at least 15 stories high and the cars always look as if they could just drive off the building. Guess what we saw when we looked up at the building this time?

Unbelievable!

I was amazed but baffled how someone could do this and the car not fall. I would imagine the driver would have shit their pants.


Isn’t it ironic it was right above that ad for Allstate? The car looks like it’s secured.


Dammit! It’s an ad! A very impressive ad but I was disappointed. I was really hoping it was the result of a stoopid person.

Later in the evening I was taking pictures and trying to capture the night sky and the beautiful lights. I noticed I captured the dangling car and the lights were on. Can you see it?