Day 264 on the train tracks

Snapped this pic out the window of the train downtown. I can't tell if these guys are bored or on a lunch break. Or bored while on a lunch break. Their proximity to the tracks terrifies me every single time I look at this. Yes, my paralyzing fear of dying via oncoming train is still alive and well. These guys though... brave.

Day 256 watches the train go by

This is the lovely alley behind my street. It's a nice buffer to keep us safe from the noise of Southport, which can get rowdy on weekends and game nights. It also showcases my most favorite thing - the train that goes right by us. I caught it mid-transit tonight as I was walking home and liked it quite  a lot.

Day 229 is always on time

My luck with trains has been awesome so far in Chicago. Part of why I fell out of love with New York was because the commuting began to feel like a battle everyday. Catching a train became exhausting because the MTA is, well... you know. The MTA could learn a few things from the CTA. We should get the two in a room together to talk things out! Best idea ever, right??

Day 187 heeds this warning

I had to take the train into downtown Chicago today for some meetings and errands and such. It was fantastic. I absolutely fell in love with mass transit in NY and the system they have in Chicago seems to be just as impressive as the MTA. Today I spotted this sign on the train platform. It's fantastic in a quirky "did you really need to remind people of this?" kind of way. I adore it.