Queen of the Land of Twigs 'N Berries
Motherhood, Chicago Style
One of the absolute BEST things about the weather heating up? You can kick your kids OUTSIDE when they are getting on your nerves. Don’t try to deny it…we all do it. And that fresh air and sunshine is great for ALL of us, so be sure to fill your yard with toys that make […]
“When life hands you rain, splash in the puddles” seems to be the one mantra that ALL kids follow, no matter their age or gender. And while we parents might cringe when our kids come home a mud covered and soggy mess, you can’t help but notice their huge grins, either. So embrace the Springtime […]
Snow drifts are melting into ugly piles of sludge which can only mean one thing—Spring is on its way! Hopefully. I mean, I don’t care what that darn groundhog has to say after the Polar Vortex attacked Chicago. While you might not see many blooms in your neighborhood right now, that doesn’t mean that you […]
If you have been to Target lately, you must have noticed that they are ready for a Spring warm up and trips to the beach even though Mother Nature is forcing us to shovel snow instead. But instead of cursing the cold, I want you to take a closer look at those bathing suit displays. […]
Once the first warm day of Spring hits, the absolute last thing that I want to do is toil away in the kitchen. Instead, I’d rather be on the porch enjoying a glass of cold white wine while my kids play and thanking my lucky stars that winter is FINALLY over. So I have created […]
Try as I may, any type of holiday really wreaks havoc on my attempt at having a simplified home and teaching my kids to live a simplified life. What am I talking about exactly? The onslaught of junk that accompanies holidays—the decorations, the treats, the toys—and most importantly, the EXPECTATIONS that you can’t truly enjoy […]
What do you think of when you hear the term “boutique hotel?” For me, I imagine stunning interior design, trendy food and drink, and impeccable, personalized service. Basically a more intimate hotel with a BIG personality. What don’t I think of? Family friendly. I mean, we typically reserve our luxury hotel stays for when we […]
There are TONS of adorable St. Patrick’s Day crafts out there (and if you don’t believe me, check out my Pinterest board), but sometimes my inquisitive kiddos are looking for a bit…more. And no, that doesn’t mean more “devil’s dandruff”…err…glitter. Instead, they are looking for St. Patrick’s Day activities that involve exploration and discovery. Yours […]
So, let’s get honest for a second. It really sucks to scroll through your Facebook or Instagram feeds and see everyone out enjoying Spring Break on a beach while you are stuck in dreary Chicago over Spring Break. Maybe this is when someone will tell you to stop comparing yourself to other people on the […]