TV and radio stations forecasted 6 to 8 inches of snow for the Chicagoland area. Snow and ice and rain did show up. My husband and I went down to Lake Michigan for a photo shoot but the wet rain mixed with snow, the slippery incline, and the wind was not fun. We decided to call it a day and went home.

Then I decided to make fish chowder for dinner. It takes a couple of hours to simmer this dish on top of the stove. For those of you who aren't allowed butter or salt or bacon this is a perfect dish. Enjoy! Now we are finally warmed up.

For Your Information:
Illinois has gas prices under $2.00 a gallon for regular. With the holidays just around the corner this is a relief. Don't you think so?