Last Sunday, my fifteen year old son Will hugged me goodbye and took off for an evening bike ride as I cleaned up the last of our Easter dishes. I don't know what made me look at the clock when he left, but I remember being pleased that the sun was still shining so late … Continue reading True Love
Month: April 2014
Necessary Luxuries
Happy Monday to you! Though I'm sad to say goodbye to this weekend filled with family, friends and gorgeous weather, the bouquet I put together for our Easter celebration will make me seriously happy all week long. Fresh flowers are on my list of necessary luxuries, along with: Friday night sushi, traditional Sunday dinners … Continue reading Necessary Luxuries
This Weekend: Best of the Fest Children’s Film Series and The Antiques & Garden Fair
Last weekend I had the pleasure of attending the first installment of Best of the Fest Children's Film Series, produced by Chicago's Facets Multi-Media and presented at Gorton Community Center in Lake Forest. Milos Stehlik (pictured above), founder of Facets, travels the world to find films for children that engage, entertain, and empower. Last … Continue reading This Weekend: Best of the Fest Children’s Film Series and The Antiques & Garden Fair
The Aesthete and the Dilettante Featured in Forest & Bluff
I was absolutely delighted that the aesthete and the dilettante was featured in the April issue of Forest & Bluff Magazine! A huge thank you to Ann Marie Scheidler, the editorial director of Forest & Bluff, for writing such a kind and thoughtful article. It's an honor to be on the pages of a magazine … Continue reading The Aesthete and the Dilettante Featured in Forest & Bluff
Throwback Thursday: The Chicago Botanic Garden In Spring
Today I popped into my favorite flower shop in Lake Bluff, Twigs, for a dose of color therapy on this rainy, 38 degree day. I picked up some flowering cherry branches for my mantel, which reminded me of the pictures I took at The Chicago Botanic Garden last April. I can't wait for everything to … Continue reading Throwback Thursday: The Chicago Botanic Garden In Spring
Spring Style: Steal This Look
Is anyone else desperate for color? Stepping into spring with colorful statement loafers and wear-with-everything blue basics will be an instant mood lifter. Topped with a neutral leather or military inspired jacket and a patterned scarf, you'll have the perfect ensemble to combat April's mercurial nature. For a more polished look, pair solid dark denim … Continue reading Spring Style: Steal This Look
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