Hot Chocolate 15k

The run in Chicago this past weekend was a blast!  For the first weekend in November, we couldn't ask for better weather and it was a great way to celebrate my dear friend Alex's birthday.

   

Back in Jr High another dear friend made me a pair of mittens. Thanks Laura! They are still working like they were 8 years ago :)

 For some reason Alex's registration was for the 5k instead of the 15k. She swears it was a mistake...I'm still unsure.  Just kidding Al!  She finished every step of the 15k like a champ.

 We ran right along Lake Street - what a beautiful view!

 This is after the race. Al and I ran with a friend, Maergrethe who housed us the night before. Thanks Maergrethe - it was so nice to see you.

 This race had the best post-race party ever. Ghiradelli chocolate fondue and hot chocolate. Yum!

 At the post-post-race celebration (aka Alex's birthday celebration) I got to enjoy two of these beautiful drinks. I love seeing the "Bock" name in random places!