May 21, 2006
Back from the Windy City
Somehow I got "volunteered" into chaperoning a group of 7th Graders on trip to Chicago.
Actually, my fears were proven unfounded as they behaved in a respectable manner. In fact, I give them credit for coping with some of the last minute changes that occurred.
We visited the Field Museum, the Navy Pier, the Musuem of Science and Industry, and Medieval Times.
We were supposed to visit the Hancock Building but the schedule was so tight that we skipped it to spend more time at the pier. I think that was better for the kids as they had much more fun wandering, eating, and shopping.
On day 2 we had an unplanned stop...to Chinatown! What fun! I was in charge(?) of Conor and Will...it was tough keeping up with them as they darted in and out of the shops. We all tried some pastries and bought lots of ummmmm.....stuff. Actually Conor came home with a boken, a practice sword, and I bought chopsticks for the family as well as some mystery gifts. I think all the kids enjoyed themselves during that particular stop.
While we went non-stop for a day and a half, I had blast with the kids. Next year? Maybe, depends on where we go...Vegas?? Hahahahahahahaha!
Posted by mrchipper at May 21, 2006 12:03 PM