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Unravelling From the Inside

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Oct 29, 2014 / 0 comments

Have you ever held in your hands writing so precious, so compelling and informative and honest, that you actually feel the weight of truth? It's rare, it's treasured, and you feel honored to read it. Such is the case with a new zine called Unravelling From the Inside.

Battle for Jerezi

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Oct 18, 2014 / 0 comments

He's at it again. Author Talon Windwalker (I'm sure you've read his Rise of the Djall) has a new book out - the sequel (YAY!) to Rise of the Djall.

Chicago’s Best Getaway: Luxury at Four Seasons Hotel

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Oct 17, 2014 / 0 comments

Do you need a getaway? Time to recharge, reconnect, relax, and get inspired? Our family needed just that, and thanks to Four Seasons Hotel Chicago, achieved all of those life-affirming things.

Small Batch: Pickles, Cheese, Chocolate, Spirits and the Return of Artisanal Food

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Oct 17, 2014 / 0 comments

One of the pure joys of travel is the food. Yes, that's right - food is a window to culture. Think about it - from the night markets of Southeast Asia to the traditional recipes of, well, any culture, what people make and eat is a product of terroir, seasons, climate, history, and more.

Instagramming Our Let's Get Away Experience at Four Seasons Hotel Chicago

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Oct 16, 2014 / 0 comments

You may have noticed a bit of buzz around our instagram feed this week.

Road Trip 101: Kids Music - Matt Heaton's Happy You Made It!

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Oct 11, 2014 / 0 comments

When our daughter was small, I remember searching (and searching, and searching) for kids music to play on road trips that well, to be honest, my husband and I could listen to and not run screaming from the car. You know what I'm talking about (let's not even mention kidzbop).

Follow Paddington Bear’s Steps On a Literary Tour of London

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Oct 09, 2014 / 0 comments

London is an English literature landmark that has been home to many famous authors and playwrights, and this is all reflected throughout the charming Draycott Hotel.

 

Fall Color Weekend Getaway: Meijer Gardens & Sculpture Park

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Oct 09, 2014 / 0 comments

This fall, I’m happy to share some incredible fall color getaways.

Farming, Friends, and Fried Bologna Sandwiches

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Oct 08, 2014 / 0 comments

Every once in a while, you come across a book filled with such goodness, love, and kindness that it not only makes you smile, but reminds you of the goodness in your own life and inspires you to work harder at connecting, helping, loving.

Fall Colors - and more - in the Adirondacks

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Oct 05, 2014 / 0 comments

As part of my fall color tour around the United States, I've shared some gems from my home state of Michigan - the perfect fall colors weekend in Traverse City (and some pretty amazing

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