Queen of the Land of Twigs 'N Berries
Motherhood, Chicago Style
Going back to school triggers mixed emotions for parents. On one hand we are so excited to hand those kiddos off to the teachers but on the other hand, it means back to the grind of getting the kids out the door before the bell rings. During the summer many children get used to staying […]
We only average about 100 days of summer in Chicago before we are back to the chilly and windy weather that our city is best known for—so let’s make each and every summer day a celebration! Whether you decide to relax at the beach, explore a new neighborhood, or join in on a cannon ball […]
Looking for a refreshing way to capture the sweetness of summer? Then look no further than this crowd pleasing, flavorful Peach & Basil sangria. Even better? It only takes about five minutes to prep so you won’t spend too much time replenishing the pitcher and can instead spend your time kicking back and relaxing with […]
Sometimes you have got to just get away, am I right? But not one of those getaways that involves expensive airline tickets and requires you to pack up half of your house just so you can spend a night at a hotel. I’m talking about day trips. A wonderful way to get out of town […]
Charcuterie. It’s hard to say and even more difficult to spell (I had to type in three different options before Google had any idea what term I was searching for). With all of the struggles aside, a charcuterie board is the answer to every woman’s hosting dreams. Why? Because it is such an easy way […]
It’s shower season in Chicagoland…and I’m not talking about the weather. From brides to babies, there is always someone to celebrate. The only question is WHERE you should throw your shower. Because let’s get real…venues are VERY expensive and you want to get the biggest bang for your buck while treating your friends and family […]
One of the things I love the most about the holidays is all of the fun events we Chicagoans can attend, from light shows to breakfasts with Santa. The only problem is that all of these holiday “to-do’s” take a TON of time and effort. I mean, with little ones in tow, you can really […]
Love Legos but don’t want to shell out major money for complicated sets that will just end up covering your living room floor? Then do I have the solution for you: Brick Loot! Brick Loot is the creation of a young CEO, Parker Krex, based on his love of building and Legos. It is a […]
I love to entertain. There is just something about having a house full of family and friends that makes me feel complete. It brings me so much joy to create an environment where people feel comfortable enough to raid my fridge and then curl up on the couch for a nap. But the thing is, […]
Valentine’s Day is coming up, and men everywhere are trying to figure out how to make the women (hopefully just ONE woman, actually) in their lives swoon. But here’s the thing…we moms don’t need flowers, chocolates, or wine. Those should be surprises for when we have a really crappy day at work or are up […]