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Asheville, North Carolina On a recent business trip to Asheville North Carolina, our work team flew from Chicago, IL to Charlotte, NC; a quick 1-1/12 hour flight. Southwest Airlines flys direct to Charlotte, putting you…
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On my recent visit to the Allen Centennial Garden in early October of 2018, the garden was still full of color and texture, despite the cooler temperatures. This little gem is located on the University of…
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When traveling through Paris; the most romantic city in the world, you might miss this little gem as you make your way to the Louvre. Nearly every tourist wants to rush to this museum to see greatest masterpieces of art…
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Next time you plan a trip to Napa for an encounter with the nectar of the gods…stay at Senza Hotel. This classic boutique hotel, located between Napa and Yountville and just off Highway 29, will ease your senses and…
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Many years ago, as I commuted to work, daily I would pass an abandoned white farmhouse. The very tired and broken down free-standing home, all alone in an abandoned field, seemed to be destined to meet the wrecking ball…
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Last night was the exciting Black Cat Ball of the Naperville Area Humane Society . Animal representatives from the NAHS shelter, like Tuck, a five month old Australian Cattle Dog mix and Fred the Tuxedo cat, were…
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Is this not the cutest little Olympic fan you have ever seen? The Puppie Katz are my favorite little animal shelter adoption ambassadors. Baron von Corgi has a dream of becoming the Queen’s next household pet. For now,…
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I’m in love again! The other day, Adagio Teas in Naperville, IL was offering tea samples outside in carafes. As I stopped to take a taste, the carafe was empty, but the smell was divine. I went inside and asked if they…
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Villa Park, IL might not be the hot spot for tourist travel, but you will feel like you have been to the tropics in one quick visit to Hausermann’s . Once you step through the door, you will be in orchid heaven. Miles…
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If your travels bring you to the windy city of Chicago , take time to see the plethora of world class outdoor art. The Chicago Architecture Foundation offers an excellent walking tour of the Picasso, Chagall, Calder,…
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Calling all Illinoisans to the Art Institute of Chicago . Did you know the first and second Wednesday of each month is free to all Illinois residents? Just bring your driver’s license or proof of residency to the ticket…
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There are plenty of skeptics in the world of photography who would say film is dead. To some, it may be a thing of the past. Many would swear by the ease of use with their digital SLR cameras. Then there is the iPhone…
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Spring is here. Time to dust off the passport and start traveling. Renew your wanderlust for traveling by treating yourself to a new suitcase. While standing in the long TSA lines, strike a pose and make a statement…
Continue reading →Today was a perfect day to take a quick inventory of the garden and assess the survival rate of my bulb population. Winter was rough on everything this year, not to mention all of the little critters claiming my bulbs…
Continue reading →Cupcakes seem to be all the rage these days. With countless cookbooks on how to make cute little animals out of frosting and licorice, to reality TV banking on a thriving cupcake business, I think everyone has gone just…
Continue reading →Happy Valentine’s Day to all of you travel and treasure seekers out there. Today is a great day to pay homage to the one you love or to pamper yourself with a little overdue kindness. Whether you are planning a romantic…
Continue reading →For all of us stranded by life in the snowbelt, there is no better way to start a frigid February morning than with a good book in hand and the swirl of the tea infuser. The birds outside scavenge for any last remnants…
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