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July 7, 2024

Day Eight: Rest

A day off in Chicago: sweet. We chose to stay in the city’s Lakeview section mainly because of its proximity to Wrigley Field. It was a good choice all on its own. The neighborhood has a real homey, human feel. The north-south streets are packed with small shops and restaurants; the side streets are leafy and tree-lined, sheltering rows of brownstones. The sidewalks were busy and the car traffic light. The neighborhood also is home to a diverse community. Pride rainbow flags adorned businesses and replaced the usual yellow crosswalk markings.

Like Fenway, Wrigley Field sits in the midst of the city, surrounded by restaurants, bars and souvenir shops.

An authentic Chicago dog complete with poppy seed crusted roll.

The Cubbies won and the sounds of Sweet Home Chicago filled the stadium.

After the game, we stopped for a beer—and ducked a sudden rainstorm—at Corridor Brewing.

Frozen Custard from Brothers Creamery to end a great rest day.

Listen: Sweet Home Chicago, The Blues Brothers

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