So many things have caught my attention and pulled me in this direction or that direction. Sharing what has been on my radar and distracting me lately. First and foremost, shoutout to Fast Company for the feature on my TikTok journey. During 2020's chaos and quarantining, this somewhat controversial social media platform[...]
Have you had an onslaught of "let's get together" phone calls? My friends are fully vaccinated, the weather is gorgeous, and the kids are back into sports — travel soccer, gymnastics, the whole shebang. A slower re-entry into normal life might have been more welcomed rather than jumping in head first, but I'm here for it. I've missed b[...]
It has been a hot minute since I share a Beautiful Distractions. This is a super quick read with loads of YouTube videos and packed with goodies. Grab a quick cup of coffee and start to scroll! During a Clubhouse chat, I discovered a new furniture company - Four Hands - and I'm obsessed! Check out their latest lookbook of drop-dead go[...]
Happy Monday! Boy, do I hope you are warmer than I am? We're in a deep freeze here in Chicago, and the only way I've been able to stay cozy is under my electric throw blanket (best invention ever!). I originally bought them to sit outside for a driveway passion fruit cocktail with the neighbors, but it's even too cold for that. While[...]
Happy Friday! How was your week? I'm assuming we are all on the same page because I'm absolutely thrilled it's Friday! Eager for a little downtime. This weekend we have no plans which is AHHHHHHHmazing. You'll find me on my yoga mat, spinning in my home gym, or playing dominos with The Boy and kiddos. Plus, I've picked up a new hobby! I'[...]
I don't know about you, but my schedule seems to have suddenly kicked into high gear. It's back to school with a new routine...distance learning means making room for at-home office. However, I have still managed to find some beautiful distractions. Here's what has caught my eye and more interior design trends I'm loving. A few we[...]
I'm sitting in my office trying to psych myself up for this weekend's project. It's not going to be a fun one. The Boy and I will be rolling up our sleeves to Konmarie the kids' rooms. You may have seen Cooper's bedroom mood board here and Zoe's pretty in pink bedroom here. The wallpaper was never purchased or hung in Zoe's room, and she[...]
Last weekend we worked our buns off cleaning out the last few items from the vintage shop in Barrington, IL. We peeled the HOH decals off the window, and turned off the lights for the last time. Many of you have asked whether I'm happy or sad. A little bit of both I guess. Relieved I'm not working with the public during a pandemic and no[...]
Oooooph, whoever is challenging 2020 needs to stop. It's been a rough ride, so I'm going to begin this Beautiful Distractions with a video of tiny goats visiting river otters. Not sure about you, but I need more of this in my life right now. Feel free to watch it a couple of times. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=KJggPRQtsAA Now[...]