We recently spent several days in Chicago and had SO much fun!
First stop - Navy Pier Chicago's lakefront playground!
Playing "ring around the rosies" with others!
The 150 foot high Navy Pier Ferris Wheel!
The ride was closed because of the wind but re-opened right when
we got there! We saw beautiful views of Chicago's lakefront and skyline.
Mom talked dad into letting the kids ride the train. Dakota
and another little boy drove while RyAnne and Bailey enjoyed the ride.
From Navy Pier you can really get a great view
of the skyline!
Our hotel was in an awesome location - 1/2 block from Michigan Ave. On top of our hotel (22nd floor) there was a sitting area. It was a great place to watch the sun set after a long day of activities (and walking).
We decided go to the Rainforest Cafe for dinner. The last time we were here, RyAnne was sick and cried the entire time. Nobody cried this time (except for dad when he saw the bill).
The kids had their first taxi ride from the Inn of Chicago to our next adventure....... the Shedd Aquarium.
Dakota finally met "Baby Beluga". Although he wasn't in the "deep blue sea", he was really fun to watch swim with his mom.
Bailey staring into the eyes of an alligator!
RyAnne needed a boost to reach into the water and pet the starfish.
From outside the Shedd Aquarium with Navy Pier in the background.
On the way back, Dad decided to walk. We walked along the shoreline to Buckingham Fountain.....
Then we stopped and played at Millenium Park!
The kids enjoyed the waterfall......
After getting soaked, we walked up to this great big silver sphere and took our "reflective" picture.
The Family Fun Festival was happening at Millennium Park. We stopped at the Family fun tent for hands-on-activities!
Then we continued walking....and walking...and walking! Finally, we returned to the hotel and Dad figured out we walked 2.5 miles! The kids were real troopers!