Now’s the perfect time to share with you my progress on the Around the World in 52 Books challenge. Summer can provide some great opportunities for your to catch up on your stack of books to read. Maybe you’re on a vacation with some time on the plane, in the car or even at the […]
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Shopping Chicago’s Antique and Garden Fair
Last Saturday, I attended the Antique and Garden Fair at the Chicago Botanic Garden as part of a trip organized by Southern Exposure. You may remember my post in December where I enthused about the holiday decorations at Southern Exposure’s Herb Farm. In addition to their classes and special events, Southern Exposure also offers day […]
Paczki: Fat Tuesday’s Polish Doughnut
All over the Midwest in communities where Polish Americans have chosen to settle, the days leading up to the start of Lent are celebrated with Paczki. Made from a rich dough that is then fried, the paczki that I know and love are filled with fruit or pastry creme and then covered in powdered sugar. […]