Tag: CHItown

Throwback Thursday: Knock, Knock…..Who’s There??

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[This is a repost of a post I wrote several years ago. I thought a good chuckle was in order! I hope you enjoy it — have a wee laugh if you are so inclined!]

The GIGANTIC door in the photo above is 14 feet high; yes, I kid you not.  Well, funny, I would use the word “kid” as this door is not functional; it is a display of sorts at “Big Monster Toys Company” here in Chicago.  Look who is guarding the toy company with mammoth teeth and googly eyes:

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Why, it’s this guy, “Big Monster” himself! I daresay not too many people will get past this green, hairy, scary guy, will they? To put the size of the door into perspective, I waited until a couple of people walked by; you’ll see what I mean:

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I tried to get a good photo of the door; however, I had to stand on the road and watch for traffic to get the pictures you see here!  Suffice it to say they were a quick snap and got back on the sidewalk quickly!

I attempted to see if there was another door into the building, one without a centurion monster!  I couldn’t find anything open to the public.  I sure wanted to get past that furry fiend and take a peek inside!  Ah, Chicago, you are filled with fun!