From road trips, to exploring different parts of Canada and the USA, to jetting off to Paris or Australia, summer vacations are the time to create memories to last for years. Card games in the back of the car, fighting over the last Oreo cookie — which, as a rule, should always go to mom — falling into a comfy mattress, or crawling into a tent at night; these are moments we all wish could last forever during endless, summer days and nights filled with stars or city lights. What are your …
Truffle Popcorn
This is going to a bit of long-ish post for a simple recipe but bear with me. I'm going somewhere with this. Sort of. A couple of years ago, me and my best girls had a weekend getaway to Chicago. While there, we had the pleasure of dining at Graham Elliot's restaurant. It was, as expected, totally delicious. BUT, the thing that has stuck with me most about our meal there was the popcorn. That's right. The popcorn. Instead of putting traditional bread and butter on the table before you meal, …
Chicago
Sometimes, you just need to get away.....from your kids....and your husband. Believe me, you are a better mother and wife for it. Or at least that's what you can say to justify it. Mommy needs a break. Mommy DESERVES a break. So grab your besties and plan a weekend. Here is a perfect weekend escape to Chicago....or Chickago as my friends and I have dubbed it. We even had t-shirts made. We're kind of crazy that way. Affinia Chicago This boutique hotel is located a block from the Magnificent …