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 …

After lots of research, I am sharing my picks for the best burgers in Wicker Park. One of the things that we love about Wicker Park is that there are …

If you are a longtime reader, you probably know the answer. But, I still get asked this question frequently so I am sharing my thoughts. Dreams vs. Reality First off, …

While my home office is definitely not completely decorated, I thought that I would give you a sneak peek. Before we moved into our Wicker Park townhouse, we lived in …

As it turns out, making salads at home costs more than you might expect. On Sundays, I prepare salads for Charles to eat for lunch during the week. And, with …

Sunday Scaries: the anxiety and dread of knowing the weekend is coming to an end. For me, it’s knowing that during the weekdays I have Gwen solo all day and …

These are the products that I discovered last year and don't want to live without. I'm including everything - snacks, skincare, fashion, and furniture. Just a quick note - this …

2021 was tough. I am cautiously optimistic about 2022. Even though the year had its share of hardships, there are moments of 2021 that I will cherish forever. 2021 was …

Holiday Movie Bingo! Your cheesy holiday movie watching just got better. Pour some wine, light a fire, pick a movie from this list of 140 Holiday Movies to Stream, and …

It's no secret that I LOVE holiday movies! Today I am sharing my picks for the best holiday movies to stream now. The Best Holiday Movies to Stream Now: I …

Today I am sharing our tips and tricks for eating at restaurants with a toddler. Bringing our 16-month-old daughter to restaurants is part of our routine. Over time, we have …

Is anyone else hosting friends or family for the holidays? We have Charles's family coming in from Europe so I teamed up with Minted to put together welcome kits for …

I have eaten some exceptional meals in my neighborhood recently and I want to spread the word! Little Victories They keep changing the menu and they added short rib tater …

Hi friends! This little slice of the internet turned 10 this week and I thought I would share some of the life lessons I have learned along the way. 1. …

I've been doing this for 10 years! This website turned from a hobby into a career and then into something that I can pursue while focusing on motherhood. I can't …