After a year of not doing any public indoor activities, we decided we needed a change. Being outdoors had been difficult in February in Chicago, so we wondered whether it'd be safe to visit Shedd Aquarium. On the website, the listed precautions include limited capacity, timed entry and mandatory masks. Traffic is also directed in one way in most areas. Reading this made me feel somewhat more ... Read more
10 Exciting Aspects Of Pregnancy
Becoming pregnant was such an special time for us. If you're also expecting, congratulations! You’ve likely taken the time and considerations in mind and have decided to expand your family. You're entering an exciting new chapter. Whether this is your first or a third child, you have so much to look forward to and celebrate. Pregnancy (and becoming pregnant) can be difficult for some and easy for ... Read more
7 Reasons Why Hiking Is Good for Your Health
If you think about it, hiking is merely walking for pleasure. Some people enjoy walking long distances now and then, including me! Walking provides many great benefits for your physical and mental health. A bag pack packed with food, water, and useful tools like a first-aid kit and the right attitude are all you need for a successful hike. Hiking allows you much-needed time to interact with nature ... Read more
Having A Baby: 4 Things To Consider
Congratulations! You are having a baby, arguably the most fulfilling moment of your life. However, there is so much to think about and plenty to consider when bringing a new life into the world that you might be overlooking something. I'm sharing things to consider when having a baby to keep you and your partner on track and ensure your baby arrives with no hiccups. 1. Child care Not every ... Read more
Getting Your Driving Side Gig on the Road
If you’re like a lot of people, then you might have recently been looking at side gigs to help you make a little extra cash on the side. With the right opportunity, you might even turn it into a more permanent career change. If you have a car and you like to drive, then what’s to stop you from making some money from it? Well, you need an idea of how, exactly, you’re going to make money in the ... Read more
Smart Tips to Help You Study Effectively For Your Exams
According to research by the University of California, 33% of the students felt they didn't know how to sit down on their own and study. When you take into consideration the many distractions presented to students outside of the classroom, this doesn’t sound too surprising. However, throughout your life, you may need to study for something. Do you have trouble concentrating while learning? Below ... Read more
Spring Cleaning 2021
Spring is almost here and after the difficult winter we have all had and the newfound optimism the coronavirus vaccine has given us all, it is definitely cause for celebration. One of the best ways to welcome the new season is by spring cleaning your home. Yes, really. When your home is clean and tidy, your mind is much clearer and it’s a lot easier to relax, so spring cleaning your home really is ... Read more
My Experience Using the Tonal
In 2020 my husband and I replaced our gym membership with an at-home system called the Tonal. The Tonal is a smart home fitness system that is mounted on a wall. It features a 24-inch screen that you can select myriad workouts from, along with adjustable arms that you can attach various smart exercises pieces to. Your weight is adjusted digitally without you having to ever physically add any more ... Read more
How to Overcome Your Fear of the Gym
If you have never walked into a gym before, it's understandable to feel a little intimidated. With equipment that you don't know how to use, people with bodies you perceive to be better than yours, and rules that you don't yet understand, you can't be blamed for having some fear of the gym. It can be overwhelming for anybody, even for those who have gone to the gym but took a break in the ... Read more
My Thoughts on “Maybe You Should Talk to Someone”
I was deeply touched and impacted by "Maybe You Should Talk to Someone" by Lori Gottlieb. The book is written by a therapist and shares stories about her patients and her own experience in therapy after a breakup. She seeks therapy to work through her feelings about the breakup, and discovers that maybe there is an underlying grief that has been brought to the surface. We hear about a ... Read more