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 more than words can express. It was a four-year-long journey to become parents, but it was worth it. Labor and Delivery: Gwen arrived 6 days […]
Fireplace Design Inspiration
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 have been following along, you know that Charles and I are buying a home that is being built in Wicker Park. Since it is new […]
Summertime Asparagus Salad
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 with a light lemon tarragon yogurt dressing. Serve it as a side dish, or add chicken or salmon to turn it into a complete meal. […]
Chicago Neighborhood Guides
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 in Chicago for 12 years. I also visited each neighborhood on a research mission to see what was new. Chicago Neighborhood Guides What to do […]
Kitchen Design Inspiration
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 some of the inspiration for our new kitchen. Since the home is new construction I get to pick things like cabinets, flooring, faucets, light fixtures, […]
Chicago Itinerary
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 Chicago for nearly 12 years and I have a strong love of this city. Over the past several weeks I have shared in-depth Chicago neighborhood […]
Easy Ice Cream Pie
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 cone chunks, and chocolate chips. It’s similar to an ice cream sundae but it can be prepared in advance and it’s easier to serve! Ice […]
200+ Things to Do in Chicago
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 so you can find what you are looking for. I have lived in Chicago for the past 11 years and I am excited to share […]
Cheeses We Love
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 at home. It also provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein to me and my baby. Here is a list of our favorite cheeses: There […]
Pregnancy and Parenting Resources
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 baby. In order to answer those questions, I am sharing a list of my go-to pregnancy and parenting resources. I didn’t want to write a […]
What to do in Streeterville
A guide of what to do in Streeterville, a small neighborhood next to both downtown Chicago and the lakefront. Where is Streeterville Streeterville is located along Lake Michigan and just north of the Chicago River. It’s bordered by River North to the west and the Gold Coast to the north. How to Get to Streeterville […]
A Build Your Own Sandwich Board with Primo Taglio®
Today I am teaming up with Jewel-Osco to share how I have been using their Primo Taglio® products to make my life a little easier. Like many people, we have been quarantined at home for the past couple of months. One major change to having my husband, Charles, working from home is that we need to […]