A Weekend Off? Nice To Just...Be...For A Minute!

Hi Infidelity™ is an 80s Rock cover band from the Chicago area. This award winning band has great vocals and harmonies and a great live show! Stop in and you'll see that Hi Fi has it covered!

Challenging Human Spacial Needs

Is bigger necessarily better or is it just more? Houses start challenging what defines a humanly livable space.

When the "Bichu" is the Deal-Breaker

Sorry Congress Pizzeria, the lovely and delicious pizzeria and cocktail lounge on North Milwaulkee Ave in Chicago, but there are certain lines we just can't cross.

Sunburned Peppers, Corn, Fried Sage (YUM!) and the CSA

Sunburned peppers?? LOTS of corn and a great fried sage recipe! Again, PLEASE check out your local CSA (Community Supported Agriculture)...!!!!!!!!

Party Patter: Are You Tent Savvy?

Are you tent savvy?

Party Patter: A Luscious Key Lime Martini Recipe

Summer drink recipe

Truth Behind the Ale

Yes, that's right. Here is the "skinny" on ginger ale. Don't let clever marketing fool you!

Wegman's in Syracuse, NY, Yellow Squash, Darien Restaurants, IS Foundation and CSA

My favorite grocer Wegman's in upstate NY, my first yellow squash, Chipotle, TGI's...remember the IS Foundation and CSA (Green Earth Institute)!!!!!!!!!

Natural Remedies

Power of food and your health. Yum.

Andrew Salgado at Ballydoyle's in Downers Grove

Local artist to debut at Ballydoyle's in downtown Downers Grove.

Last Movie of an Era

Yes, that's right, Harry Potter comes out this Friday! It's the last movie of the serious: Movie seven, part two.

Other Blog Enjoyment

A humorous take on the different mentalities between men and women. Probably best for a more mature audience.

Jobs are Changing

Remember when you were little and your parents used to tell you, "Get good grades and study hard! If you get into a good college you'll get a good job"? They lied.

Things Are Blooming In Willowbrook

"Flowering" new business at Willow Town Square

Party Patter: The Basics of Wine Tasting

The basics of wine tasting

Party Patter: Planning a Party on a Budget

Party planning on a budget.

Shopping Local Produce

Chicago has an amazing website listing all the farmers markets by days of the week. Sunday, from 8 a.m.-2 p.m., one is located in Wicker Park off Damen.

CSA Farm, Food Revolution and the IS Foundation...

We received our first share from the CSA Farm!! Awesome! Check out Jamie Oliver's Food Revolution and take a look at the IS Foundation!!

To Have or Not to Have...Babies, That Is

The controversial topic of the "no baby" trend sweeping across the globe. Couples are increasingly deciding to not have children. Ever.

Around Town

Hinsdale train tracks. I held an Arbonne table and split the tent with a friend of mine, Rachel Cantore, who owns her own food and fitness business.

Egyptian Walking Onions, 10 Healthy Foods Under $3 and the IS Foundation

The "lowdown" on Egyptian Walking onions. Top 10 Healthy foods under $3 and a GREAT new foundation for the Earth-the IS Foundation!! Oh, and radishes, too!

A Hair Experience from The Hair Loft, ltd.

I recently discovered a new salon in Chicago that is innovative and changing the experience between salon stylists and end consumers: us. It's called The Hair Loft ltd.

Party Patter: Planning a Party on a Budget

Planning a party on a budget

Organic Chocolate Review & the Cleanest Veggies You Can Eat!

A review of organic chocolate bars and a link to the cleanest vegetables you can eat. Yum!!

When Greek Unrest Moves Forward

As a naïve visiter to Athens, Greece, I admired it from a distance but with little understanding of its internal conflict.

Party Patter: Graduation Party Tips

Graduation party tips

A Grecian Overview

Well, I'm home now. My trip to Greece has ended, as all good things must, but it was one of the most amazing weeks of my life.

OPEN HOUSES FOR JUNE 12, 2011

OPEN HOUSE JUNE 12 2011

Pre-Packaged Veggie Alert, Cilantro (Again!) and Sunscreen

The veggies are growing. Herbs lookin' good! A tidbit on what is REALLY in your prepackaged veggies and a warning about your skin in the sun!!

Greek Time!

Having lived in Spain and visited countless cities and countries, I always knew I could default to Spanish if needed. This time, though, I have no idea how to read or speak Greek.

Meditate Much?

I listened to John Tesh last night, a radio show host who hosts the program,"Intelligence for your Life." Last night's episode was on the power of meditation.

A Little Friendly Advice

I spoke to my aunt tonight. She's preparing for a commencement speech she is giving tomorrow and filled me in on what she intend to say with a new take on things.

Compost, Fried Sage and Upstate New York Produce

A response to my last blog post, our version of composting, yummy fried sage and my experience in Syracuse.

First-Time Buyers Get Money for Down Payment

There's no time like the present to buy a home, and numerous options for securing a down payment.

Road Trip Carmel, IN

As part of the Memorial Day excursions, I traveled to Carmel, Indiana, to visit with family.

Oh the Monuments You'll See

If you're heading the D.C. way anytime soon, here are a few things to know about the places you'll go.

Review of Produce in Local Grocers — Many Surprises!

Review of produce at Whole Foods, Brookhaven, Westbrook, Amici's & Jewel. MANY surprises...

My Dear Grandma...

This week I attended my Grandmother's funeral. It was awful and wonderful at the same time. I'll explain.

GA Advances Bill Strengthening Provisions of ‘Let Them Rest in Peace” Law

GA advances bill strengthening provisions of ‘Let Them Rest in Peace” law.

D.C. Trip: An Overview

Washington, D.C. with the eighth-graders for the eighth-grade D.C. trip! Yes, there is a LOT to discuss and a lot to share, but right now we are in dire need of an overview!