Yes, Yogurt in a Crockpot!

I have a niece who is an excellent chef well beyond her 14 years. She shared some of her crockpot Greek yogurt with us over Thanksgiving--it was delicious! I found a doable recipe online and...it worked!

Crockpot full of yogurt!

Gym-Pact Update: Earned $2.80

Earned enough for a regular coffee with a shot of vanilla flavoring at Starbucks.

Running at Northwestern

Happy Thanksgiving! It was 65 degrees in Chicago today. Besides the pleasure of a delicious meal and precious time with family, I had the best run through Northwestern today! Below are some pictures from the run and our official tour.

Beautiful views of Lake Michigan from campus.

Welcome Nails Chic to Georgetown

I was actually on my way to another establishment, when I saw a sign promoting a new nail salon, Nails Chic. They were offering promotional prices for their grand opening, which was last week (1519 Wisconsin Avenue, 2nd floor, 202-333-8033). I headed upstairs to check it out and was pleasantly surprised by a beautiful salon--all new chairs, stations, etc. It was very serene and clean. The two women working there could not have been nicer. They made my first experience with Shellac a pleasant one. The prices are reasonable (even without the promo) and I will definitely go back.

Ice Rink Grand Opening December 1

Almost ready to go... Check out this Georgetown Patch article for more information on the "Winter on the Water" celebration. We cannot wait to skate!

Gym-Pact Update: Earned $2.70

Hmm... it appears more people are either making their pact or getting smarter about quitting. This is the lowest amount I've made for a week.

Nine Secrets to Live Long

Author of Blue Zones, Dan Buettner, shares in USA Today nine secrets to live a long life.

1. Move naturally. 

2. Know your purpose. 

3. Kick back. 

4. Eat less. 

5. Eat less meat. 

6. Drink in moderation. 

7. Have faith. 

8. Power of love.

9. Stay social.

Art Display at Carnegie Mellon