Chicago Living Tip No. 21

now that there’s snow out there, pay attention to where you park!  many streets, usually major ones like Montrose Avenue, have signs that say you aren’t allowed to park there if there’s more than 2 inches of snow.

so if you usually park at a meter spot overnight, make sure you double check for these signs.  be vigilant!

how much would it suck in the morning if it snowed over 2 inches the night before, you’re on your way to work, and you find that your car’s been towed?  fortunately, i don’t know.  and i don’t want to find out.

KotOR II: Main Plot Theory

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My KotOR II Review

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Merry Christmas!

if this doesn’t say Chicago Christmas, i don’t know what does…

Merry Christmas!

(visit Chicago Snapshot to see the full image and other great Chicago pics)

KotOR II - More on the Final Battle

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KotOR II - Some Storyline Clarifications

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KotOR II - Final Battle

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Ten on Tuesday - Ten New Year’s Resolutions

Ten on Tuesday

1. lose 20 lbs.
2. complete a short story or essay for submission
3. revise 3-5 poems from manuscript for submission
4. complete 8 chapters of my SW fanfic
5. complete entering current new inventory to online LEGO shop
6. research library science and Web design programs
7. teach one writing course
8. do some work as research assistant
9. continue to blog on a regular basis
10. black belt excellence

Chicago Living Tip No. 20

Chicago winters will dry your skin, even if it’s normally oily (believe me, i know), and especially if you have radiator heat.  a humidifier will certainly help, so it’s good to have one on hand.

however, for skin that’s really raw, for example Rudolph nose (a result of blowing your nose every few minutes for at least 2 days), the best product i’ve come across is Clinique’s Dramatically Different Moisturizing Lotion.  Clinique’s target is predominantly women, but men can benefit from this moisturizer as well.  as you can see, the packaging is fairly gender neutral.

available at major department stores.

SITE OF THE WEEK: KotOR II

gah! i forgot to post the site of the week because 1) i’m sick–which you already know, and 2) i’ve been preoccupied with an early Christmas present. many of you know that i’m a huge Star Wars fan, and the newest Xbox game came out last week.

Star Wars: Knights of the Old Republic II: The Sith Lords

so, um. that’s the site of the week. see what’s kept me so busy! and omg, this game ROCKS!!!!