El Frijole Frío – The Bean
Snow covers the top of Chicago’s famous Cloud Gate sculpture, known locally as “The Bean,” on a frigid January morning.
Description
It was 11° Fahrenheit in Chicago. And, I desperately wanted to stay in bed. But, a fresh blanket of snow created an opportunity. I reluctantly put on every piece of warm-weather gear I could find, and I waddled over to Chicago’s famous Cloud Gate sculpture, known locally as “The Bean.”
When I arrived at Millennium Park, two things stood out. First, I was alone with The Bean — unusual, since it’s one of the busier spots in the city. And, second, the top of the sculpture was covered with snow.
Though I could hardly feel my fingers, I eagerly set up my camera. As I began to take photos, a few lingering clouds — remnants from the snow storm — drifted above the city. It was a memorable morning, both for how cold and how beautiful it was.
