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    Independent Shopping in Oak Park, IL

    Oak Park has some great restaurants and well-known chain stores, but it also has a huge variety of independent shops.…
    November 18, 2014
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    A Chicago neighborhood is about to become a national park. Justine Bateman, on finding a new career path later in…
    November 14, 2014
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    Style: A Drapey Tee

    Everything I'm wearing these days has to be nursing-friendly and machine washable, but most of my pre-pregnancy shirts are still…
    November 13, 2014
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    Upgrading to a Smart Thermostat

    This post is sponsored by Honeywell. I received a Lyric thermostat and compensation in exchange for coverage. All opinions and…
    November 12, 2014
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    A Glasses Tray

    I love that glasses tray; I have a similar one, in green, that I picked up years ago from CB2.…
    November 11, 2014
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    A Fall/Winter Holiday Table

    This post is sponsored by Target. Shop Home Décor for modern luxury made easy. Thanksgiving is just a couple of weeks away, and…
    November 10, 2014
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  • Update Interiors, Oak Park, IL

    Independent Shopping in Oak Park, IL

    Oak Park has some great restaurants and well-known chain stores, but it also has a huge variety of independent shops. Below, I’ve highlighted some of…

    November 18, 201419 commentsFAQ, Local, Travel
  • Pullman (Chicago)

    Honor Roll

    A Chicago neighborhood is about to become a national park. Justine Bateman, on finding a new career path later in life. Blue is a tricky…

    November 14, 20143 commentsHonor Roll
  • Nicole Balch

    Style: A Drapey Tee

    Everything I’m wearing these days has to be nursing-friendly and machine washable, but most of my pre-pregnancy shirts are still a bit too tight and…

    November 13, 201410 commentsStyle
  • Installing the Lyric Honeywell Thermostat

    Upgrading to a Smart Thermostat

    This post is sponsored by Honeywell. I received a Lyric thermostat and compensation in exchange for coverage. All opinions and thoughts about this product are…

    November 12, 201410 commentsThe Victorian House
  • A Glasses Tray Goes Better With…

    A Glasses Tray

    I love that glasses tray; I have a similar one, in green, that I picked up years ago from CB2. It’s the perfect spot to…

    November 11, 20148 commentsGoes Better With
  • Holiday Table Setting

    A Fall/Winter Holiday Table

    This post is sponsored by Target. Shop Home Décor for modern luxury made easy. Thanksgiving is just a couple of weeks away, and then we’ll be looking forward…

    November 10, 201421 comments'D' for Dining, Decorating, Dining Room
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