So it is now just over the half way mark for my time out in Chicago. I honestly don’t understand how the time has gone so quickly?!
I now know certain areas of the city ok and can get myself to most places. Still looking the wrong way when I am about to cross a street though, not sure what that is about. I haven’t picked up many American habits, just the words I use (trash, store, soccer etc). If I was out here for a year or more I think I’ll definitely pick up some more Americanisms.
Meeting new people all the time and really enjoying the overall kindness people have been showing me. A few people are now wanting to come visit the UK when I am back, so my place may turn into a hotel for a few months!
Its the start of the Cubs vs Sox baseball series here today. The rivalry between the two teams is huge, most nights I have been out there is usually at least one comment made. For those back home the only way I can sum it up is Southampton vs Portsmouth or Man City vs Man Utd. This series is going to be pretty exciting with both teams struggling in the first half of the season. So its all about pride right now, hopeful I’ll get to see the game on TV as its sold out tonight at Wrigley.
I definitely need to go see some more sports games. Its baseball and soccer season so I will be buying up some tickets soon. Really enjoyed being able to watch the NBA finals, congrats to the Lakers!
The weather has been a bit of a mixture these last few weeks. It’ll hopefully be picking up soon as I am getting beach withdraw symptoms!
Still having a great time and really glad I came out here. Its been a big adventure and in other ways a good learning curve.
Here’s to the second half, oh and of course LETS GO SOX!
