Girls’ Night Out | Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour
A few months back, I shared on the blog that the Harlem Globetrotters 2024 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's was coming to the State Farm Center at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois and we were excited to be able to go again!
Read full storySticker-Bombed in Las Vegas! Happy National Sticker Day!
Since I was a little girl, I have always had a deep love and appreciation for stickers and stationery. I would pick out the prettiest sets and cutest stickers to have to share. When I was 10 years old and living in Memphis, Tennessee, I started my first Lisa Frank Sticker Album and have kept it until this day.
Read full story3 Places You’ll See Nutcrackers Post Christmas in Chicago
Christmas Day may be over, but it doesn’t mean it’s the end for seeing nutcrackers this season. If you are in or around the Chicago area, you will see that the magic continues. So, if you have a love for nutcrackers and are in the Midwest, read on for three places where you will continue to see nutcrackers beyond December.
Read full storyBounce The Mall at Chicago Premium Outlets: A Fun-Filled Inflatable Adventure
Heavy Saturday night rain into Sunday did not stop our mini road trip to Aurora, IL to Bounce the Mall which is an exciting inflatable bounce house festival held at the Chicago Premium Outlets.
Read full storyVisiting Jurassic Quest at Navy Pier in Chicago
After tons of planning and anticipation, we made it to Jurassic Quest at Navy Pier in Chicago. Here’s a bit about what you should know if you are a dinosaur lover looking for a fun and educational experience. Or, if you are just wanting a fun day out for you and the family.
Read full storyIt's Here! Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour 2023
It's official! The Harlem Globetrotters 2023 World Tour presented by Jersey Mike's made its way to the State Farm Center at the University of Illinois in Champaign, Illinois and we were excited to be able to go again!
Read full storyHow to Make Sure That the Career Path You Choose Is Right For You
It’s National Career Development Month! As a professional career counselor, I know how hard it is for people to decide upon a career path that is right for them. It truly takes some extensive self-exploration, being honest with yourself and others, and gaining experience in the areas that you are considering. With this in mind, we will explore a few tips to help you ensure that the career path you choose is right for you.
Read full storyBoo at the Zoo, A Family Tradition, Decatur, IL
One thing people love to do, especially on Pinterest and other social media platforms like Instagram is to share their fall activities that were on their Fall Bucket Lists. This is especially true if it’s new, unique, and/or even a family tradition.
Read full storyStrolling Through Negangard Pumpkin Patch in Sidney, IL
Negangard Pumpkin Patch, Sidney, ILBrennon Hightower. Visiting a pumpkin patch is something that always lands on our Halloween/Autumn bucket list. How can you not enjoy picking your own pumpkin from a pumpkin patch, especially when you have plans to carve it?
Read full storyVisiting L & A Farms in Paris, Illinois
Visiting L & A Farms in Paris, IllinoisBrennon Hightower. Visiting L & A Farms sunflower maze has been on my list of things to do for about three years now and this past Saturday, we were finally able to experience the sunflower maze! Not only that, but we were also able to enjoy the new addition of the flower meadow this season.
Read full storyCafé Amor & Art, Windsor, Ontario, Canada - Detroit's Neighbor
While planning our recent visit to Canada, I wanted to make sure that I did something completely for myself. So, after tons of Pinterest and blog research, I chose Cafe Amor & Art to be my place. Before I jump into my experience at the cafe, take note that Windsor is just across the border from Detroit, Michigan.
Read full storyOur Visit to Big Time Entertainment in Windsor, Ontario, Canada - Detroit, Michigan's Neighbor
Family Fun at Big Time EntertainmentBrennon Hightower. As I planned a weekend trip to Canada recently with my boys, I wanted to be sure that the trip included some major fun! While doing some research on Google and Pinterest, I came across Big Time Entertainment.
Read full storyA Rest Area Stop: Michigan Welcome Center
Am I the only one who loves stopping at beautiful rest areas and welcome centers? Let me tell you this. Whenever I cross into a new state, I want to pull over on the side of the highway to get a photo with the state sign.
Read full storyA Lunch Time Review of Naf Naf Middle Eastern Grill in Champaign, IL
In Champaign, there’s a great Middle Eastern restaurant that’s an excellent lunch spot. Not only do they have outstanding food, but you also get free pita bread! For those who enjoy authentic middle eastern cuisine and are looking for something new to try, I definitely recommend this place.
Read full storyBuild Your Own Bowl at Poke Lab in Champaign
The food at Poke Lab in Champaign is one of the best casual and healthy eating restaurants in town. With so many ways to create your own bowl at Poke Lab, there’s something to please everyone—and as an added bonus, bowls are served with free miso soup or a bottle of water.
Read full storyChampaign-Urbana Holiday Weekend Getaway
Are you looking for something to do with your family during the Christmas season? If so, there’s no better place to be than Champaign-Urbana! No matter what your plans are, I’m sure that you can work in some of these holiday-themed activities for the weekend.
Read full storyOnline Shopping Tools for Christmas
Who else is currently creating several lists of things to do for Christmas? For me, the top three tasks listed include sending out our annual Christmas cards, creating a list of gifts for people who I plan to buy for, as well as a budget for my Christmas shopping.
Read full storyShopping for Christmas? Add These Figurines!
You Rock! Precious Moments FigurineBrennon Hightower. Do you remember growing up, flipping through the Sunday newspaper, and looking through all the different coupon packets? And, right as you are flipping to the next sheet of coupons, there would be a page devoted to ordering a Precious Moments figurine by mail? And, while they were all adorable figurines, they only came in one skin and one hair color.
Read full storyYes or No? The LARQ Self-Cleaning Water Bottle: As Seen on Shark Tank
If you are unfamiliar with LARQ, you may remember seeing the idea being picked up on Shark Tank. If you’ve never seen the episode, check it on here. In a nutshell, LARQ has produced a self-cleaning bottle with instant water purification. It’s the world's first self-cleaning water bottle with LARQ's proprietary and patented UV-C LED technology which eradicates up to 99.9999% of germs, bacteria, and protozoa.
Read full storyTake the Lifebook Online Masterclass for National Career Development Month
Slowly but surely, National Career Development Month is coming to an end, but before it does, I want to share another opportunity to increase not only your career wellness but your life wellness.
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