Travel lifestyle from tips and tricks to DIY projects.
These days we could all use some encouragement and positivity. As travelers, well, as people, we’ve all misjudged, done stupid things, or just needed a smile. Through my travels, I’ve been moved by random acts of kindness from strangers. Some the simplest of acts, others…
This year has been a rollercoaster for all of us, especially small businesses and local artisans. With many towns and cities closed to tourism and returning to lockdown this holiday season, some shops have turned to online sales. I wanted to focus on shopping small…
Can you believe we’re approaching the 2020 holiday season?! It’s been a wild year, nothing like I planned it to be- three European trips cancelled, plus several across the US. However, it’s had its perks too- fully remote work and more time with my husband.…
As the coronavirus pandemic continues, many of us remain in quarantine. So far, my trip to the UK was postponed, and with the new lockdown extension in Illinois, my birthday and Memorial Day camping trip have also been cancelled. I’m willing to stay home, though,…
We’re still in lockdown, so it seems like a pretty good time to share some of my DIY projects! Today, let’s talk about preserving memories, the sort that can wilt. I have to admit, when I think of pressed flowers, I tend to think of…
As I sit at home during extended lockdown, I can’t help but recall some of the wonderful adventures I’ve been fortunate enough to have thus far. Sure, I’m kind of bummed I can’t go anywhere right now. I had to reschedule my April trip to…
Over the past few weeks, we’ve gone from carefree to quarantine and lockdown by government order over COVID-19. What seemed a distant thought is now reality, and we face further weeks in isolation. Yesterday, the Illinois governor announced state lockdown until at least April 7,…
Since we moved in, we’ve been debating the best options to maximize our dining space. It’s rather small, and our dining set from the apartment fit (miraculously) but only accommodated four people. We looked at a few dining plans online, but none quite suited our space, desired…
Our guest room is lake themed, with a mostly blue and white pallet (some red thrown in for a patriotic feel). I needed something small for extra storage and didn’t want to spend a ton of money on a secondary piece of furniture. So when…