The Hull House

Sorry Professor I was not in class today! I was sick. Well, not exactly. I weighed my options and listening to the rain in my bed was more appealing than splashing through puddles to get to class. However, I decided to get up and be some what productive; therefore my productive day will begin with this blog entry!

Last week we attended the Hull House and I loved it. I've walked past the Hull House one million times and never had an urge to creep around inside. I am glad we were given this opportunity.

I was completely fascinated with the history behind the Jane Addams Hull House. Throughout the entire tour I kept thinking, "How did they get by with such little means?" I think it is so intriguing when you ponder the way of life these people were accustomed to. I mean we all live with luxury after luxury and these people were just happy to have a roof over their head. It makes me feel so grateful to be able to live so comfortably each and every day. I also felt proud at the same time. My grandparents came to the United States from Ireland in the 1940's and worked their @**'* off to make a new life for themselves.

Moreover, I was extremely impressed with the tour guide's knowledge. She did an excellent job. I wonder how many times she has said the same thing over and over again. That has to be rather tedious. She'd could dominate the Who Wants to be a Millionaire show with all those facts!