Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017The Sounds and Songs of Chicago, IllinoisPre-Walk Purpose: Today, I will focus on the sounds of Chicago. My focus is not as much on the sounds I hear on my walk, but on keeping my…Oct 25, 2017Oct 25, 2017
Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017Silent Row of TownhousesI always take the Red Line to get to different locations along State Street all the time, but have never taken a scenic walk down State…Oct 18, 2017Oct 18, 2017
Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017Colored Tiles for Magnificent MilesTonight I walk to my favorite street in Chicago so far, Michigan Ave. This street is known for its shops (the main reason it’s my…Oct 10, 2017Oct 10, 2017
Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017Sounds of School Kids and Soccer BallsDoes a walk through Chicago’s street soothe you, induce stress, or produce some other emotional response? Why? Are there certain kinds of…Sep 20, 2017Sep 20, 2017
Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017A Solitary Walk Through an Empty ParkToday, I took a walk through Grant Park. The last time I was here, there were thousands of people present for Lollapalooza. Today, there…Sep 13, 2017Sep 13, 2017
Ben Richardsinwalking chicago 2017Walking Chicago 2017I had not truly discovered the art of wandering until this week. Allowing myself to explore Chicago on foot without a specific destination…Sep 5, 2017Sep 5, 2017