Good Morning! I hope you all had a lovely weekend! We had some amazing weather here, I’m talking high 60s! I was stuck on bed rest for the majority of the weekend, trying to ease the symptoms of this pinched…
Happy Weekend loves- I am glad it’s here! We’ll be wrapping up the hardwood floors this weekend and hopefully have a few shots of the stain to show you! I’m giddy with anticipation. Even though the changes we are making…
Happy Friday loves! The weekend is here and I couldn’t be more ready. Last night I went to the Gene Siskel Film Center for their EU Film Festival to see this adorable French flick, The Day I Saw Your Heart.…
Can I just say, Happy Weekend? I hope to be doing a whole lotta nothing this weekend. I’m currently immersed in my new read, The Twentieth Wife, by Indu Sundaresan and have been totally transported to the colorful culture of…
{Photo via Pinterest } Yea, sorry but I just had to! Sometimes this is how I feel and today is one of those days. I am so glad that it’s Friday and the weekend is here. This morning I was…
{Photo via Layers of Meaning} Happy Friday folks! For most of us, this was a short week at work and yet it still seemed to drag. I’ve been busy working on a new “project” and am excited to see it…
Hey! It’s Friday! {Photo via Martha Stewart} There is so much going on this weekend, I don’t know where to start first! If you’re looking for some fun things to do, why don’t you try out some of these: One…
{Photo via Pinterest} The house is officially decorated for Christmas and tomorrow’s get together. We placed the final touch, the tree topper, last night and I couldn’t be happier with how our theme came together. I literally can’t wait to…
{Dabble Me This Photography } I would love to write a more exciting post today, but unfortunately there’s just not enough time. I couldn’t be happier that it’s Friday and the weekend is only a few hours away, even though…
{Photo via Pinterest} You better believe it! I’ll be cutting out early today- this girl has scheduled herself a facial at Kiva Day Spa and couldn’t be more excited. The weather calls for some pampering and relaxation. I plan on…
Friday Fright: Menu Planning (Part 1) Note*: I’ve decided to split up the Décor and menu-planning posts into two segments- there’s a lot of info and it might get a bit overwhelming. And we don’t want that, now do we?…
How was everyone’s weekend? This weekend we managed to finish all of our errands and have time to “play” and enjoy the brisk fall weather. Saturday called for errands and a DIY. Our apartment has a gas fireplace but no mantel (I’d like…
It’s going to be a cold, cold weekend in Chicago. If you’re trying to find me, I will be permanently seated here… No, seriously. I’ll be catching up on reading, event planning and staying nice and cozy with the husband. I’m…
Another night at Redbox and the selection is looking grim. Petar’s looking for masculine action movies and I’m hoping to come across unrealistically happy chick-flicks. In other words, the usual Friday night. I finally picked Hysteria, so we wouldn’t…
I hope you all had a seriously fabulous weekend! It was the perfect fall weather here in Chicago; our final days of an Indian Summer. It was a great way to say goodbye to September and welcome October with open arms. This…
In the thick of planning a trip for a client to Italy, I always get so excited to experience some of my favorite destinations, all over again, through their eyes. It also happens to be one of my favorite destinations for a solo trip; a surrender to the senses, to la bellezza in all its forms. The Italians just do it right. Mentally revisiting some of my favorite spots in this itinerary, including an idyllic stay in Porto Santo Stefano.
One of the more relaxing weekends I’ve had in a long time. A reminder that they shouldn’t be so sporadic and few in between. As I slowly ease into the new year, and in an effort to return to the joy of writing, there’s a new post on welcoming 2024 - how I’m planning on filling my cup this month, what I’m looking forward to and more simply put, a monthly check-in with myself and with all of you. x
I’ve been holding on to our wedding photos like a secret note in my pocket I just wasn’t ready to share quite yet. I wanted to hold on to the feeling a bit longer, before the moment felt fleeting.
After endless months of planning, weekly budgeting and saving, all the stress, our wedding day was a beautiful coming together of cultures, traditions and worlds. We were showered with love from near and far and we never lost sight of what this day was truly about – celebrating our unexpected love story. A story we will continue to celebrate.
Sharing with you today a small and intimate look at one of the happiest moments of our life together. I really do feel so very lucky to call this man my husband.
Thank you to @nicolettazarifi for capturing our special day on film and to @feelyourfilms for bringing them to life in a video we’ll cherish forever.
Wedding posts live on www.nomadluxuries.com x
I spent the last week back in Chicago after two long years and while I crammed in way too much in 10 short days, I left feeling recharged and at peace...
I got to spend time with my mom and stepdad, even though it`s always too short and too fast; rented my apartment to a lovely couple; saw friends I haven`t seen in years and hit up most of my favorite spots including eating an excessive amount of Chipotle. Chicago weather behaved for us and even put on a fabulous Fall show, my favorite time of year.
And while I know the reasons why I chose to leave Chicago, it doesn`t mean that it`s not still a very important part of my life and of who I am. It seems, sometimes you need to leave home to truly find yourself. I was able to share all these amazing moments, in my (other) city, in our other home, with my husband, family and friends. I know how blessed I am and I never take this life I`ve built for granted.
A small ode to my other city, sweet home Chicago!
Actual footage of me on ☁️ nine. Post-marital bliss in full effect
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Proud to have been able to pen this piece for @hello_going as @airserbia rolls out their first direct flights between Serbia`s capital city of Belgrade and the "Windy City" - and my hometown of Chicago -after a 30-year hiatus.
While this article is meant to act as a comprehensive guide to flying Air Serbia; it is also a nod to Air Serbia’s long history and authentic culture and cuisine making it an affordable and competitive option when looking to hop the pond.
Finally got around to writing the first - of many - posts on Morocco while taking gardening tips from the beautiful Le Jardin Secret - a lush, green oasis in the heart of the medina in Marrakech. #mangogirls
