Luke started kindergarten yesterday. It was very bittersweet. He was so happy and excited to finally go to kindergarten. We've been talking about it all summer. I was excited for him but sad at the same time. I haven't been looking forward to this day because it would mean the end of an era...in parenthood … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! Luke Starting Kindergarten
I turn 42 today... I thought I was 42 this past year so I feel like I've missed out on being 41. I guess I can re-live 41 again this coming year and get back on track next year? I wish! Is old age making me forget how old I am or am I in denial … Continue reading Let’s Celebrate! How It Feels Like To Be in My 40’s
I stumbled upon this garage when I happened to look at the Ace Hotel Chicago's Instagram account. I was actually checking to see when the hotel was opening but the post about this garage caught my eye more. I knew it was the perfect location to take some pictures of Luke with his number "5" … Continue reading Let’s Explore! A Colorful Garage Mural
One of my goals for 2017 is to make my blog a bigger reflection of me. I'm starting a new series on the blog called "Let's Get Real". It's more personal and about my thoughts on some real life things...big and small. This is my first attempt at it....so please bear with me. On a … Continue reading Let’s Get Real: It’s Okay to Not Fit In
It's taken me a few decades to come around to the color pink again. I used love it as a child but disliked it growing up. Maybe I grew up with brothers or maybe I just thought the color was too soft for my self-proclaimed tough exterior. But just recently, I am falling back … Continue reading Let’s Dress Up! Crushing on Everything Blush
Ever since I started cleaning out my closet and selling my clothes on Poshmark, my shopping has gone down tremendously as I'm not just buying on impulse or buying items on sale or that's trendy. I've realized that my closet had two different personalities - one for the office and one for play, and both … Continue reading Let’s Dress Up! 3 Ways to Wear a Black Tweed Jacket