Category: Chicago Gem

Let’s Explore! 5 Chicago Coffee Shops for Your Next Coffee Date

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A few weeks ago, we discovered a new coffee shop in our neighborhood, Dropshot Coffee, and I absolutely fell in love with the space. I loved it so much I had to share an Instagram post on it right away. The first that that came to me was that it would be such a great … Continue reading Let’s Explore! 5 Chicago Coffee Shops for Your Next Coffee Date

Let’s Explore! Luke’s Favorite Murals In Chicago

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Chicago's public art scene, especially murals, is so fun to explore! These murals add so much color and character to the city. Some are so big that you can't miss them either driving or walking down the street. Others are located in neighborhood streets or alleys. If you've been reading the blog or follow me … Continue reading Let’s Explore! Luke’s Favorite Murals In Chicago

Let’s Eat! Lunch at Parson’s Chicken & Fish

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Happy Labor Day weekend! Although Labor Day seems to be the unofficial end of summer for some, it's still summer for me until the Fall Solstice starts on September 22nd.  So from now until then, I will be sharing more of what I did during the Summer of Leyla! We've always wanted to go to … Continue reading Let’s Eat! Lunch at Parson’s Chicken & Fish

Let’s Celebrate! How It Feels Like To Be in My 40’s

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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

Let’s Walk! Dearborn Street in the Gold Coast

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A few years ago, I read the book "The Paris Wife" by Paula McLain. I read at the recommendation of a friend who knew I loved everything about Paris. She thought I would love it and sure enough I did! It's one of my favorite books.  The book got me very interested in Ernest Heminghway's … Continue reading Let’s Walk! Dearborn Street in the Gold Coast

Let’s Explore! The University of Chicago with the Foxy Duo

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What goes perfectly together in the fall? Foxes and fall foliage, of course! And what's even better? Twinning mom and son fox shirts! Fall foliage in Chicago is beautiful. If you get a chance to visit Chicago, I highly recommend visiting in the fall. Last Saturday, I had the inspiration to go on a scavenger … Continue reading Let’s Explore! The University of Chicago with the Foxy Duo