I Love...

Bald babies.Toothless grins. Watching movies with lots of homemade butter popcorn. Sunny but chilly fall days. Baked potato soup. Dimples. Apple orchards. Starbucks drinks with more calories than most meals. Flannel pajamas. Black and white movies. Fresh paint. The changing seasons. Sleeping in. Christmas lights. The Rat Pack. Magazines in the mailbox. Pedicures. The ballet. Porches. Wrapping presents. *









*All due credit to my girl E at Ladybug's Picnic. I shamelessly stole her idea, as it seemed like a good idea to post about all the things that I love and am thankful for in light of recent events. And thank you all for all your comments and kind words for my little guy. He's doing just fantastically well, and my lack of posting has been a result of just general busy-ness and not any reflection of his status (unless you count the four new teeth and double ear infection last week!)

Scheduled Post

If you're reading this Thursday morning, we're at Children's Memorial. Our littlest guy is having surgery and while it is something we've known about for a while, I'm a ball of nerves. Any good thoughts you can send our way are very much appreciated.

Needless to say, I'll be taking a little break from blogging while he recuperates. I will try to update on Twitter, though.

And now I need to stop googling things that scare me, step away from the computer, and try to get some sleep.

PSA: Upcoming Junior League of Chicago Events

New Member Informational Session
Saturday, October 24
JLC Headquarters (1447 N. Astor Street)
10:00 a.m.

Junior League of Chicago has a long history of training volunteers, developing women and improving the community.
Are you interested in our mission and would like to become a member? Come to this session to learn more about the League and the responsibilities of membership.

To RSVP, click here.

For a list of additional info sessions, click here.


38th Annual Gazebo Holiday Market
Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington)
New Location! Expanded Show!


Friday, November 20
11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
$10 per person (includes 2-day pass to the market)

Saturday, November 21
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
$10 per person


Get a head start on your holiday shopping. Stop by during lunch, after work, or make a day of it. Find the perfect gift for everyone on your list this holiday season from jewelry, handbags and stationery to women's and children's clothing, men's ties, gourmet treats, and more.

To purchase your admission tickets, click here.

Gazebo Holiday Market
Martinis & Mistletoe Preview Party
Thursday, November 19
6:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Chicago Cultural Center (78 E. Washington)
$50 per person (includes FREE pass to the market for the entire weekend)

Be the first to shop more than 30 merchants from across the country! Guests will enjoy cocktails, hors d'oeuvres, music and the chance to win fabulous raffle packages.

To purchase your ticket, click here.

Emily Lacey Closing!

NEED This.

Boatman Geller's new line of Crests ...avec lobster, of course. There are other motifs, but you all know how I feel about the lobsters. (Although, I could be swayed by this super cute Christmas card that features holly instead of the lobster.)

Ballet Gods

When I was in high school, I was lucky enough to see Rudolf Nuryev perform during his final tour. This afternoon, I saw a performance by perhaps the other greatest dancer of the 20th century: Mikhail Baryshnikov. I have long been an admirer of his (okay, I may have had a giant poster of him in my room until I graduated from college...), but this was the first time I've ever seen him perform live.

All I can say about it is: wow.

To read a few more articulate reviews, click here or here.

Sweater Weather

I love this time of year, and not solely for the pumpkin spice latte (although it sure doesn't hurt).

I have a gift card from Talbots that is burning a hole in my pocket. I really need pants, but instead I can't stop looking at sweaters. Some of the top contenders:

But I am thinking of getting it in camel (or as they call it Palomino). I had a camel colored cardigan that I literally loved to death and need a replacement. Seen anything great out there??