The gardens of Cantigny are something to see in every season. I can’t decide if I prefer spring or fall, but the truth is you can’t go wrong any time. The artistically cultivated combinations of textures and riot of color of the plants and flowers is stunning, so much so that we are doing our …
Chocolate Chip Brownie Torte
The Ultimate Easy but Impressive Dessert for Any Celebration We celebrated my husband’s grandma’s birthday this weekend, and I volunteered to put my baking-as-therapy energy to good use and make dessert for the family celebration. She’s not one for a big fuss about herself (or anything else), but I know she never says no to …
Motivational Marathon Signs for Moms
Fun, Funny Race Signs to Inspire Your Favorite Runner Mom I may still be considering — but never quite committing to — a half-marathon in spring 2019 but there’s one thing I know for sure: this reluctant runner does not have 26.2 consecutive miles in her. Knowing that about myself, marathon runners have all my …
Listen to Your Body, Not Your Apple Watch
Why You Need to Put Aside the Guilt and Take a Rest Day My Apple Watch has been buzzing each morning as soon as I put it on over the past few days. “You set a new Move streak yesterday, Kate. 15 days in a row! Keep it going today.” But today is the day …