Since I’ve lived in Chicago, I have been asked many times something like “what’s Milan like?”. In fact, oftentimes, people here have never been to Italy and, if they have been, they’ve visited Florence, Rome and Venice. Sometimes the Amalfi Coast. Sometimes le Cinque Terre. But Milano? Almost never. And you know, I think it’s… Read More Milano: Less Seeing, More Doing
Hi guys! Now that spring has come (though not really in Chicago), I’m sure everyone is ready to spend as much time outside the house as possible. Well, I have an amazing suggestion for my St. Louis friends (or for visitors!). Explore the St. Louis Zoo! Honestly, the Zoo is one of my favorite things about… Read More Fun at the St. Louis Zoo!
Hey guys! I’ve finally gotten over the fact that the Olympics are over: now, every day that goes by brings us closer to Tokyo 2020! But besides that, many things have kept me busy enough not to think about it. First of all, I’ve started a new job working in fundraising for a hospital group!… Read More Chicago Staycation at the Renaissance Hotel
Hi all! January has come and gone and 2018 is already 1/12 done! Ain’t that crazy?! Anyway, though I’m coming from a few nicer days in St. Louis – and I’ve heard that the weather was really nice in Chicago as well last weekend – we’re still right in the middle of winter. And as… Read More Surviving (And Enjoying!) Winter Through Hygge
It’s beginning to look a lot like Christmas, aka my favorite time of the year! I love the warmth and coziness of Christmastime, it just makes me feel so content and genuinely thankful. Christmas is my favorite holiday (although I LOVE a good Thanksgiving!), and I get to spend it every year with my family… Read More Christmastime in Chicago