So, I’m officially on maternity leave. What does that mean, exactly, for a small business owner? Read: I’m done shooting for the next two months. But I will be finishing up last-minute editing before baby arrives in the next few weeks, and will continue to blog, answer emails, and schedule sessions once she is here. So, please don’t hesitate […]
About a week ago, a flip definitely switched for me. Physically, I’m suddenly super uncomfortable. Feeling like a full-blown beached whale. If whales experience frequent heartburn and Braxton Hicks contractions, that is. I’ve got the 8-9 month waddle down pat. And sleeping comfortably? What is this “sleep” concept? My pregnancy insomnia is back in full […]
Last Saturday, because my parents are awesome and watched Ellie for a few hours, Mike and I were able to enjoy a wonderful, much-needed date night. We saw a movie…first time in the theater in well over a year…and then partook in one of our favorite annual Chicago traditions: Restaurant Week. While we were happy to […]
My all-time favorite Colonel Brandon quote is apropos today. First, as a tribute. Oh, Alan Rickman, RIP. Second, it’s my mantra for approximately the next 8 weeks as we wait for baby. I’d be lying if I said I hadn’t started feeling like a ticking time bomb once again. Counting kicks, living in constant dread that […]
We had a lovely, relaxing holiday here in Chicago. My parents, sister and brother-in-law spent Christmas and the week after visiting with us, and we had so much fun that it is hard to relate all of the activities, amazing food, and great laughs we had. Eloise was in her element and enjoyed everyone’s […]