July 4th has come and gone. We often think that summer is halfway over although we still have a couple of months to go. Around much of the country we can experience dry conditions.

When looking at houses, first-time homebuyers have a lot in common. They frequently fall in love with a house right away and become overly emotional. When they lose a bidding war, they feel overwhelmed and devastated.

It’s time to hit the pavement again as some of Chicago’s popular street festivals are back live for the summer of 2022! It’s been a long two years without them so let’s show our support by attending the following festivals taking place this weekend!!

So many events…so little time! We love our summer in the city. Where else can you find the variety of activities that Chicago provides?

As the temperatures climb above 90 degrees this first week in July, there’s nothing like the thought of Christmas snow to cool you off, right? But how did this crazy tradition start?

We are all eager to reuse everything we can and to especially use something natural! Tea has natural antioxidants as well as deodorizing properties. Here are several ways to use those spent tea bags.

While some people are excellent at keeping plants healthy and happy, others are equally adept at killing them. We all have good intentions when we bring a plant home, but unless we learn a little about them, their demise is almost certain.

There’s no better way to kick-off the month of July than with an extended July 4th Holiday Weekend! Take advantage of the various festivities being offered to celebrate our Nation’s Birthday all weekend long!!

Welcome to July and may the Fourth be with you! Chicago’s neighborhoods are rising to the occasion with lots of activities and community gatherings celebrating the birth of American independence.

What’s the best way to celebrate the upcoming Fourth of July holiday? Outside, of course! Preferably close to a fireworks display, and preferably, with your family, friends and loved ones gathered around you…even the family dog.

Yes, it’s 2022 and we feel we have come far in equalizing the two sexes. However, research shows that women still shoulder the brunt of the housework. Even when the woman makes more money, she spends more hours per week taking care of the house than her male partner.

Chicagoans will be wrapping up the end of Pride Month this last weekend in June with a host of Chicago Pride celebrations and other events as another month of weekends comes to an end as well!

It’s here! It’s finally here! Pride Month in Chicago goes out with a flourish, with neighborhood events, festivals, festivities, and after a Covid-related hiatus, the return of Chicago’s Pride Parade!

Swimsuit season has officially arrived! Happy second day of Summer, everyone. There are many reasons we like Lincoln Square’s Pastore + Brunch, including the quality of the ingredients, the innovative, Mexican-inspired breakfast, lunch and brunch options, and healthy selections.

I’m sure many of us believe that we are either morning people or a night owl. The truth is most of us are in the middle. So, if you are interested in becoming one of those morning people it is quite possible.

Your front door is the first thing people see when they visit your home and should serve as a welcoming point for your guests. Repainting your front door is an easy and affordable upgrade that will instantly increase your homes curb appeal.

This June weekend offers us many great events since Sunday is not only Father’s Day but it’s also Juneteenth which celebrates the end of slavery! So, get out there and have a fun-packed weekend with your family and friends to celebrate our dads!!

Celebrations are a part of Chicago, and this week is no exception! Chicago’s diverse communities and cultures go all out to make our longer summer days seem like a celebration…every day!

The celebrations keep coming! This weekend, we honor all fathers the third Sunday of the month on Father’s Day for their hard work in raising their families. We also celebrate Juneteenth, now a Chicago official holiday, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States, on June 19, 1865, according to Brittanica.com.

John Gottman is a marital stability expert who has come up with the 5:1 ratio for successful relationships and backs this up with decades of research. It is a simple concept to understand, but may be more difficult to implement.

How we spend our money has changed a great deal over the past few years. Whether you've saved more or depleted your savings, we all need some financial inspiration to help us save where we can. Check out these tips, and you'll be amazed at just how much money you can save with very little effort.