Amazing Chicago Food: The Hearty Boys

The Hearty Boys is a restaurant on N. Broadway in Chicago.  A friend made us reservations there, and I had no expectations whatsoever. The restaurant itself is small – but super cute.  They also have an outdoor patio which I’m sure is amazing when it’s a bit warmer. We were greeted by our amazing waiter,…

Busch Gardens Tampa Bay

  The Cheetah Hunt commercials have suckered my kids into really wanting to go to Busch Gardens. So part of our mini-spring break we managed to make it to the park.  I just love this place. It’s so pretty, so clean and they have some great rides.  We also picked the perfect day because it…

Clearwater Beach – Spring Break 2012

  A short spring break weekend brought us to Clearwater Beach. I haven’t been in ages…. It’s part of our effort to hit all the beaches in Florida – because see, it’s important to have a goal. Of all the beaches I’ve been to – can’t say I’m a big fan of Clearwater.  But, I…

My super cool 80’s charm necklace

Why they don’t make these anymore – I just don’t know. Some of my favorite charms: The abacus – it’s just fun to play with.  Although really, I wonder if I even knew what this was in the 80s. The 7up bottle. The little book.  It actually opens and I have some random phone numbers…

Pinewood Derby!

The 2012 Cub Scout pinewood Derby is in the books!This year, it was all about design for he family. The plan was for total family participation, but a wood cutting error forced mom out of competition. My Hello Kitty car will have to wait until next year!But the boys had a great time racing and…