Tag: Beverly neighborhood Chicago

1980s Metra Train Memories: Exploring the “Jungle,” Crushing Pennies, and Receiving a Surprise from the Engineer

by anders458, posted in Uncategorized, Chicago, Chicago stories, family and friends stories, Illinois

BY ANDREW MORKES, FOUNDER AND AUTHOR OF “NATURE IN CHICAGOLAND” BLOG I'm taking a break from nature in Chicagoland today to share some memories of growing up next to the Metra Rock Island railroad tracks in Beverly Hills/Morgan Park on the far South Side of Chicago in the 1980s. More nature stories coming soon! Some kids … Continue reading 1980s Metra Train Memories: Exploring the “Jungle,” Crushing Pennies, and Receiving a Surprise from the Engineer

Fond Memories of My Childhood Tree House

by anders458, posted in Uncategorized, Chicago, Chicago stories, family and friends stories, Illinois

Andrew Morkes reminisces about his childhood tree house built by his father in Beverly, Chicago, highlighting joyful memories of play and family bonding. He reflects on the passage of time, the dismantling of the tree house, and the enduring presence of his mother. The narrative evokes nostalgia for a simpler, happier era.