Christkindlmarket and Macy's on State

Saturday's temperatures were beautiful for this time of year. At nearly 50 degrees it felt like the perfect fall day. We decided to take advantage of the weather by heading downtown to the German Christkindlmarket, where we got our 5th Christmas mug (2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, and 2014) and warm, cinnamon roasted pecans. We also braved the crowds - and the 20 minute wait for the elevator - to take Kyle to see the giant Christmas tree on the 8th floor of Macy's. We had wanted to eat at either the market or at Macy's Walnut Room, but seeing as the lines were out of control at both places, we decided to treat Kyle to his first trip to The Rainforest Cafe instead. Our promised 9 minute wait turned into a 39 minute wait, but the food was delicious and Kyle got a kick out of the giant coral fish and waterfalls. Later on, we enjoyed raking up some of the excess leaves in our backyard under a beautiful winter/fall sunset.