Not to the north pole, more like Kimball-Albany Park. Regardless it's a fun ride

Waiting at Chicago Av Station. Orange and Brown Lines were combined that day as the loop tracks are shut down for reconstruction.


Boarding the trains, elves assist you on, and lead passengers in Christmas music


The middle rail car is removed and replaced with a flatbed carrying Santa's sleigh and reindeer. At some point his sleigh will clock 65 mph!



Charming Historic Armitage


While much of the neighborhood is historically protected, some buildings slip through the cracks, but many replacements are quite nice. These new contractor spec homes are nice.


Heading back downtown to Daley Plaza


Holiday Shoppers and the Ford Theater




Vertical Transport


Layers


Target


Holiday Parade


Skyline


Heading back Crate and Barrel All lit up


More lights


Night shot of the neighborhood




Happy Holidays! May this be a safe and enjoyable time to all of you and your families and friends!