Queen of the Land of Twigs 'N Berries
Motherhood, Chicago Style
By the time August rolls around, my boys and I are pretty burned out on the park scene. But since winter lasts about six months in Chicagoland, it is my goal to keep them outside as much as possible until the ice and snow arrives. What do I do to keep the complaints to a […]
I might be a little bit biased but I can’t think of a better ball park than the Friendly Confines of Wrigley Field. The ivy, the organ, the scoreboard…it’s no wonder that Wrigley Field is packed either with or without a winning team. That’s why I recommend that all baseball fans (even those South siders […]
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 […]
As someone who has studied Environmental Science and witnessed garbage floating in the ocean next to dolphins in the ocean, I strive to make eco-friendly choices for my family. Our recycling bin is fuller than our garbage can on a weekly basis, we use cloth over paper products, and we try to reduce our carbon footprint […]
“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 […]