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 […]
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WanderShopper At Home: Blizzard Edition
As I dug out from the great blizzard of 2013, I couldn’t help but pause and notice how pretty treasures around my yard looked with a good dose of snow. Most of the moments weren’t accidents either. As I transitioned my Michigan yard from fall to winter, I purposely left some items out and added […]
Trekking and Shopping in Sapa, Vietnam
One of my favorite things about visiting southeast Asia is the chance to learn more about the indigenous people and their culture. In Vietnam alone, there are at least 54 different ethnic groups around the country. Each has its own traditions and identifying clothing. Last March, I stayed for a few days in the Sapa, […]