It all started with a spontaneous idea and a shared love for adventure—or at least, her love for it. My friend, who’s younger than me and already a mom, is what I’d call a free spirit. She’s the kind of person who’d pack a diaper bag and hit the road in the same breath. So when she suggested a weekend trip to Chicago, I said yes without hesitation. I’d always wanted to see the famous silver bean. It felt like one of those “bucket list” things you just have to check off someda