The Fun Kids are Coming

The Cincinnati Fun Kids are pink dress,
and the two boys in blue shirts.

Monday is fast approaching. Yes!

When I was in Chicago today picking up JL from her appointment at Rush Presbyterian Hospital, we detoured north to Belmont so that I could pick up some beautiful Christmas cookies for the Cincinnati Fun Kids.

The pastries and baked good at Bittersweet are just beautiful, aren't they?

SAVORING SPRINGTIME IN THE WINDY CITY

A low key and beautiful day wandering about Chicago! Lunch with friends at Bittersweet and then a leisurely stroll through Garfield Park Conservatory. The hydrangeas are unbelievable--three or four shades of pink and six of blue! All for free!

A quick stop at Ricci's on Superior for their wonderful nuts roasted on the premises. The family has been at this location for 90 years--a funny little storefront in the middle of the gallery district. You cannot beat the quality or the price, and they will ship UPS if you just give them a call. My favorites include walnut and pecan pieces for baking and salads, pine nuts, and anything coated in chocolate!