Chicago Still & Box 2386 Blue Island Aug 11, 2013

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I've always respected the Chicago guys, but kept my distance.  I always figured they didn't need someone coming by to gawk.  This week while at FRI we walked to a station near where we were eating dinner (E13/Truck 6) just to see the place and I was instantly amazed at how friendly, welcoming and inviting the folks were that we talked to.  Obviously, some of the guys probably didn't wish to be bothered, but those that were outside were amazingly down to earth and seemed genuinely interested in chatting with some out of town small department guys.  We then walked to E98 and were even more engaged by a hilarious cigar smoking officer that was again all too happy to chat for what easily was 30+ minutes.  Lastly we walked to E42/Truck 3 and again the engine Lt. couldn't have been nicer.  Absolutely top notch folks....