The first time I learned about the Van Gogh Exhibit was on an episode of the Netflix show - Emily in Paris. At the time, I thought it was just a special exhibit that was only held in Paris. So I made a mental note to check it out if I ever make it back … Continue reading My Immersive Van Gogh Exhibit Experience in Chicago
Where to find murals with the word "Love" in Chicago
It's official! I am now a plant parent! I got some plant babies and ready to fill our home with indoor plants. Let's just hope my brown thumb turns to green in 2021! I've been working from home since last March and realized our house was missing a few things, even though it feels very … Continue reading New Year….New Plan(t)s!
Merry Christmas from our family to yours! 2020 has been a very interesting year which changed our family plans and routines in unexpected ways. We've learned to adapt to this temporary normal but not with a lot of stress and wishing it would be over with. Life in Chicago for us has been lots of … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! Merry Christmas 2020
The one thing that excites me when we start decorating the house for Christmas is bringing out my nutcrackers and displaying them in our home. I've changed where I put them every year but I think this year they are standing in the perfect place - our new dining room console. I was so excited … Continue reading Let’s Decorate! Why Nutcrackers Are the Stars of Christmas Home Decoration
With the travel restrictions to Europe (and most of the world) throughout this pandemic and the current travel restrictions and advisories to just about anywhere due to the increase in Covid-19 cases, we've decided to stay put for Thanksgiving and Christmas. We haven't traveled at all this year, with the exception of a weekend trip … Continue reading Can’t Travel? 4 Places in Chicago(land) to Visit and Feel Like You Did