Tuesday, June 22, 2010

Day 12: Super Day


Energizing for the return trip. Chicago's famous Superdawg.

See it in action here -




A deer takes a break to check out Linda and Shel.


Another day, another bike ride. Heading out on the North Branch Trail.
Doesn't anyone own a red tee shirt?!?

Monday, June 21, 2010

Day 11: Road Trip


Light and fluffy Pancakes? I think not.


First stop on our quick trip to Wisconsin:
Nothing could be finer than breakfast at historic Franks Diner in Kenosha.

http://www.franksdinerkenosha.com/

Check out the Garbage Plates we had for breakfast on this clip from the Food Channel

Sunday, June 20, 2010

Day 10: Father's Day





Father's Day indeed. Shel gives a thumbs down to world famous Deerfield's Bakery's cookies.

Saturday, June 19, 2010

Day 9: Around Town


Fshizzles on the deck. (Linda wouldn't sign off on this shot).


Shel takes his shift guarding the Evanston Metra station.


Living the good life. Grease at the Custer Street Fair, Evanston.

Friday, June 18, 2010

And on the 8th Day They Rested


Yes, that is a book.



Linda watches the sky for storms while she waters the flowers. WTF

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Day 7: Still in the City


Happy birthday Linda! Finally, we're able to eat outside at Athena. Yes, Greek again.


Start of the south shore trail.

Wednesday, June 16, 2010

Day 6: Big Day in Chicago


Is it me, or does anyone else see a pattern here?


Getting friendly with one of the spectators.


Shel takes his shift guarding the Grant Park concert.


Wednesday night at Millenium Park. Fun at The Bean.


North Avenue beach. Is Shel getting old? He's watching the old dude playing chess instead of the beach bunnies behind him.


On the trail. Chicago lakeshore bike trail.


Lemme guess, first time downtown?