Cold
Why didn’t anyone tell me that Chicago is COLD? Seriously. What the hell is up with these subzero temperatures and mind-blowingly cold wind chills? Jude and I haven’t left the apartment in four days now, and honestly, it’s wearing on me just a bit.
This morning we were supposed to go to story time at a semi-local cafe. I was really excited about it because it meant I would be able to get out of the house and do something fun with Jude all with minimal time spent outside (two block walk to the el from our place and then another two blocks from the el to the cafe). Unfortunately, Jude took his morning nap at about 9:15, and story time started at 9:30, so we missed it. There are (at least) two other families with children around Jude’s age in our building, but I’m not quite comfortable enough to go up there without notice and ask if they want to play. Fortunately, we’re having a good day, despite being trapped inside.
I have to say, in the beginning I was apprehensive about moving to Rogers Park. I had heard a few stories about the quality of the neighborhood, and while most people agreed that RP was in the midst of big improvements, those same people still felt it was a pretty dicey area to be moving to.
Since moving here at the end of December, I’ve found out that RP has a great parents’ group on Meetup.com. The families that we’ve met have been kind and hospitable. RP is home to quite a number of growing mom and pop shops, including (but not limited to) The Pig Pen, a children’s resale shop. The moms that I’ve met, by in large, have similar interests and similar parenting styles as mine. It’s really wonderful…Next week, I have play dates set up for Tuesday and Thursday next week, and am waiting to hear back from another friend about playing on Friday!
Take that, Winter!
So sorry to hear about Merton sweetie. BTW show some pics of the new digs when ya get the chance. Would love to see where you guys are these days
Beck
Jack, my fiance grew up in Arora … As in ‘Wayne’s World’ and he says that the cold is the ONLY thing about Chicago he misses!