Personal Narrative: 2016 Cubs World Series Parade

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On an unusually warm, November morning, Dad and I waited for a train to Chicago to attend the 2016 Cubs World Series Parade; I was thrilled to finally get close to the Cub players and the World Series trophy. Little did I know that seven million people were also attending the parade that warm November day. During this adventure my dad and I got to know each other and became super close. The train arrived at the crowded train station, and we headed for downtown Chicago, Illinois. While on the train Cub fans chanted, “Go Cubs Go!” The singing was so loud you could feel the vibrations from the voices under your feet. I was amazed at how many people sang with gusto for such a long period of time. We arrived at Union Station with devoted Cub

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