I moved to Chicago in 2008. I first traveled to the city in June of that year to visit friends I met studying abroad. My friends spent the entire weekend …

Wisconsin might not be the first destination that comes to mind when you think of Spring Break, but our toddler loved it. When I planned last year's Spring Break, I …

Is there anything cuter than a group of toddlers dressed up as princesses and superheroes at a tea party? Here is my guide to hosting an adorable toddler tea party! …

This website launched 12 years ago. Twelve blog years feels like twenty years. It seems like so few people stick with blogging for this long. I am probably part of …

Over the summer, my family spent 12 days in London, and this is the London Itinerary for Kids that I created for my daughter. This itinerary includes 9 days of …

When it comes to sharing photos and videos of my daughter, how much is too much? Where should I draw the line? I struggled with the answer to this question …

We had a cozy little Christmas at home in Chicago this year, and it raises the argument that hosting the holidays might be easier than traveling. I guess I've reached …

My life changed so much during my thirties. It's easy to look back at each decade of my life and say that my life changed significantly in each one, but …

We recently worked with The Finish, an interior design service, to redesign Charles's home office. Today, I am sharing some of Charles's favorite things about the space. 2. The clocks …

It has come to my attention that I have a doppelganger in my neighborhood, and I want to figure out who she is. It all started this summer. I go …

My best friend's mother left the world too soon, and it has made me think about how important a best friend's mother can be in someone's life. Some people might …

We partnered with The Finish to design a home office that Charles absolutely loves! I am so excited to share this space with you. Like so many people, Charles is …

Detailed instructions that share how to change the photo on a Samsung TV - and what to do when the SmartThings App says your television is "offline". Samsung's Frame TVs …

What is "girl dinner"? I am seeing it all over social media... and in some ways, it might be problematic. At first glance, a "girl dinner" is a simple meal …

Taking the London Underground with a toddler can be intimidating. Especially if you don’t have another adult with you. When my almost three-year-old and I joined my husband on a …

This is my ranked list of the best things to do in London with a toddler. My husband and I brought our daughter to London the week before she turned …

If you haven't watched Friends, this won't make any sense. One of the quirks of city life is that you can probably see into some of your neighbor's homes. On …

If you follow me on Instagram, you have probably seen our new entryway. I am so excited about how this space has been transformed. Our New Entryway Project The Entryway …

Two years after moving into our home, it became clear that we needed more storage. We teamed up with Inspired Closets Chicago to solve two problems: we had nowhere to …

The coronation of King Charles III is taking place on Saturday, May 6th. Here is everything you need to watch the event and throw a fabulous watch party - including …

After hardly working out in two years, I am on a new fitness kick. This got me thinking about my different fitness eras, the many different workouts I have committed …

Today I am sharing 32 of the best freezer meals. These are the meals that I make double batches of so that I can put one in the freezer for …

These 31 easy recipes for beginners are quick weeknight meals that I have relied on for years. I turn to these recipes when I need an easy weeknight dinner that …

Does anyone else watch football just for the snacks? Today I am sharing the best game day recipes for Super Bowl Sunday. I include a variety of recipes in this …

I have seen plenty of videos of people trying laundry stripping online, and after wondering, "does laundry stripping work?" I decided to try this simple technique for the first time. …

One of the many things that Charles and I discussed when I was pregnant was if we needed to buy a car. We decided not to rush the decision and …

There is a particular type of fear when it comes to doing certain things alone. As a society, it seems like we have classified specific activities as requiring a partner …

One of the best compliments I have received recently is that I have helped to make our new development feel like a community. Today, I am sharing my thoughts on …

My brother-in-law, Andrew, turned 40, so my sister and I cooked up a special birthday dinner with some help from Vander Farmers. A 40th birthday deserves a major celebration. In …

Today I am sharing my gift picks for my two-year-old daughter, Gwen. Some of these gifts were picked because Gwen loved playing with them at her cousin's house. When we …

After taking four flights alone with my toddler this year, I am sharing the best toddler toys for flights. I am not a total expert on flying with a toddler, …

We moved last February and we have taken our time settling in and decorating. One space that needed attention was our entryway, a long narrow hallway. Decorating such a narrow, …

I recently made this easy healthy Creamy Chicken Soup for a friend and she told me that it was a magical soup that felt like the biggest hug. I can't …

My painting shop is now open. Sometimes life takes you down some paths you don't expect. I always thought that I would work in the arts. Becoming a professional blogger …

Taylor Swift Music Video Bingo is the perfect activity for a birthday party, bachelorette, or cozy night in with friends. I've created six unique Taylor Swift Music Video Bingo Cards …

What IS going on? It has been a month of big life changes and some serious health scares. We are exhaustedly trudging along. In August, we spent two weeks with …

Yesterday I ran into an old colleague from my first job in Chicago. He immediately grilled me, asking what I am doing these days and even wanted to know the …

This comprehensive Kennebunkport Travel Guide is written by a local and lists where to eat, where to stay, and what to do in Kennebunkport. Is there anything more idyllic than …

I am very excited to announce that I have launched a new website: City Guide to Chicago. I have been working on City Guide to Chicago for three months, and …

On a cold February day, my neighbor hosted a soup swap. It was a fun get-together and an easy way to meal prep healthy meals for the week! What is …