polo / backpack / socks / sunglasses / bowtie / sportcoat / swim trunks / cologne Whenever I think of Father’s Day gifts, I think of what I’m going to give to my own dad–that would include anything golf or motorcycle related. However, now that I have a new dad in my life (that would be Eric) who is under 30 (just […]
Peonies are the darling flowers of springtime. Their season is short and when they’re in bloom, people go crazy–myself included. I was married in Sayulita, Mexico, where peonies are scarce; being that it was my big day and that they are my favorite flower, I had the florist import them from Columbia. (I have no […]
It’s all about the casual look for me these days. Until I go back to work in July, I’m donning whatever’s most comfortable. Luckily, it will soon be summer (at least, us in the midwest hope so) and it’s easy to look put together with minimal effort. sneakers – so I can still look stylin’ when […]
Don’t worry–I won’t be turning this into a mommy blog, BUT the first-time mom in me knows it’s inevitable that I show off a few pictures of this sweet, little nugget. My friend, Marena, is an awesome family photographer here in Chicago, so if you’re ever in need of professional photography be sure to check […]
I know, I know, green smoothies are all the rage and I admittedly partake in the trend, almost daily. But sometimes, it’s good to shake things up. I had a bunch of blackberries that I had to use immediately and I’ve read that people use avocados in lieu of bananas in smoothies (I like a […]
Well, hi there. I didn’t drop off the face of the earth; I had a baby! Meet Harrison Stevens Wisniewski, the new man in my life. He came into this world a bit early (his due date isn’t even here yet!), last Wednesday, April 9, 2014 during the early morning hours. If you follow me […]
This week has been a doozy. Luckily, the internet provides endless distractions. Here are a few of my favorite things on the interwebs this week: 1. As an iPhone user for the past 4+ years, I’m ashamed I didn’t know ANY of these things. 2. Love her or hate her, Gwenyth Paltrow is often the […]
I’m a former breakfast skipper. I only started eating it (because apparently a cup of coffee doesn’t count) because of pregnancy. My mom insisted I start eating a nutritious breakfast, but even after I have this baby, I plan on continuing this habit. When I start my day with something healthy, I don’t feel so […]
