I realize I’ve been slacking a bit on updating this blog, but hopefully as the weather warms there will be more exciting things to write about. This winter has been very rough in the Midwest, causing most of us to…
When it comes to Christmas, I’m a fan of old-fashioned activities. Such as taking a ride on a horse-drawn carriage or heading out into the blustery, cold night to cut down your own Christmas tree. Now while part of me…
Growing up in Illinois, I ought to be loyal to the Land of Lincoln. However, I’m not. While Illinois definitely has some charms, our neighbor, Wisconsin, also seems to have a great deal of appeal. My husband and I recently…
My fiancé and I recently celebrated our one year anniversary at Maya Del Sol — a Latin American restaurant located in Oak Park, Illinois. We made a reservation for 7 p.m. on a Saturday. The ambiance of the restaurant is…
I’d been to House on the Rock, located in Spring Green, Wisconsin, several times as a child. I recall taking spontaneous trips out to the odd tourist attraction with my family and a visit to the magical retreat was always…
For those people from Chicago (or anywhere in the bustling cities of the Midwest) looking for an escape from the chaos of the city, a trip up to Boulder Junction, Wisconsin, should be on your to-do list. It’s about a…