These Summer Dinner Ideas are quick ways to bring a delicious dinner filled with seasonal ingredients to the table.  Summer dinners should do three things: they should embrace fresh seasonal …

I’m thrilled to introduce you to our daughter, Gwendolyn! Charles and I would like you to meet Gwendolyn! She arrived at 10:11 pm on July 8th and we love her …

The fireplace will be the centerpiece of the living room. It’s an important design element. Today I am sharing some inspiration for the fireplace in our new home. If you …

This easy to prepare Asparagus Salad is bursting with fresh flavors. Cooked asparagus, grape tomatoes, mandarin oranges, and red onion are placed on top of mixed greens and then drizzled …

Chicago is the “city of neighborhoods” and this collection of Chicago neighborhood guides will help you explore some of Chicago’s most iconic neighborhoods. These guides are the result of living …

Sharing the kitchen design inspiration for our new kitchen! A couple weeks ago I shared that we are moving to a larger home in Wicker Park! Today, I am sharing …

A complete 3 day Chicago itinerary to help you plan your visit to the Windy City! All the must-see sights, things to do, and restaurants to try. I’ve lived in …

This easy Ice Cream Pie recipe is made with layers of Open Nature® Scandal-less Cookie Dough and Chocolate Caramel Light Ice Cream with chocolate fudge sauce and it’s topped with nuts, waffle …

This list of 200+ things to do in Chicago includes all the best museums landmarks, annual events, parks, bars, restaurants, live music venues, shops, and more. It’s all neatly organized …

It isn’t a secret that cheese is one of my favorite foods, today I am sharing a list of favorites. Cheese: A delicious source of joy during my days stuck …

I have gotten some questions about what I am packing in my hospital bag, which online courses I’ve been taking, and how we are preparing for the arrival of our …