Fun in the Sun
Our second Chicago summer included the Pride Parade, the Taste of Chicago, the Fourth of July fireworks, several trips to Wrigley Field, the Tall Ships Festival, the Air & Water Show, a Pro Beach Volleyball Tournament and a trip to the South Side to see how they do baseball.
Comiskey Park, Sept 24
Mike played hooky to see the Chicago White Sox thrash the New York Yankees.
AVP Nissan Chicago Open, Aug 31
Blanton & Nygaard vs Ceman & Whitmarsh in the Men's Championship Final.
We were encouraged to make some noise down on North Avenue Beach.
Courtside for an action shot.
Kelly & Alberto's Barbecue, Aug 30
After the sun went down we huddled around the campfire.
Alberto and Ben in front of the lake in Rogers Park.
Spooky!
Sunday Afternoon at Wrigley, Aug 17
Carlos Zambrano walking off with Sharon Osbourne who threw the ceremonial pitch.
Wearing England colours with pride for Cubs vs Dodgers.
Becky will be a Cubs fan forever now.
Chicago Air & Water Show, Aug 16
We found our viewing spot near the lagoon in Lincoln Park.
"Quick Emmy, you're missing it!"
Tall Ships Festival, Jul 30
Navy Pier was packed for the start of the parade.
Mayor Daley welcomed the ships from various countries.
'The Bounty' was one of the first to pass by.
Then the beautiful 'Europa' from the Netherlands.
At Wrigley Field, Jul 7
For Cubs vs Marlins.
Sheryl Crow Gig, Jul 5
The Californian rocker played for free in Grant Park.
Independence Day, Jul 4
Watching the sun set from North Avenue Beach.
Toasting America's birthday on 'the ship'.
Independence Eve Fireworks, Jul 3
Oooh! Aaah!
34th Annual Pride Parade, Jun 29
The best of 'Boystown'.
With all those hunks around, Mark needed a cold shower.
I thought my pink handbag would help me blend in.
At Belmont/Sheffield Music Fest, Jun 1
For the Interpol gig.
