A day of fish and Packers jersey wearing

This summer, C-man's best friend moved to Austin. A few weeks ago, during a regular Facetime conversation, the friend informed C-man that they were coming back for a visit while staying with their Grandparents (who live in Chicago). And in the afternoon yesterday, we opened the door to the best friend. What a treat for C-man. So, of course, we just kept him for the night. But that meant we got a little later of a start this morning. But we decided we were going to head to Chicago to the Shedd Aquarium anyhow.

When we arrived, it was less than 15 degrees out, and the line snaked back what seemed like miles. (We've gone as it opens in the past - note to self - this is the way to go!) People were coming back to the end, saying they were being told the wait would be an hour and a half. And at the rate we were moving, we believed them. So I quickly checked online, and realized that while it was more expensive to get a membership, it wasn't extraordinarily more expensive. And it also meant we could walk right up to the warm inviting door marked "Members" that had absolutely no line.

Since Beerman was about to turn into a beercicle (he didn't wear his winter coat, not wanting to carry it since we never dreamed the line could be that crazy on Monday - holiday or no), we agreed it was the way to go. So in we went so we could explore.

We had a great time, especially after being so much more into the world of fish. And after 5 hours, decided to head home. Since the Shedd is right next door to Soldier Field, we'd parked in the Soldier Field parking structure. On our way out, C-man thought he should have his picture taken in his 3 day old I refuse to take this off victory stanking Lacy jersey as he shouted, "Boom!" (Nevermind there were loads of people around, many of whom were wearing Bears gear.) I love this child's enthusiasm.

Overall, a really lovely day to celebrate the 14 year anniversary of meeting my husband.