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Friday, October 30, 2015

garfield park conservatory



Chicago is lucky to have an abundance of spectacular green spaces. It's refreshing to stumble upon a small space of nature, tucked away from the hustle of the city. Unfortunately, Chicago is not blessed with the type of weather in which its residents can enjoy these green spaces year round. Fortunately, there is a place one can find reprieve from the undesirable weather conditions (I'm looking at you winter!), even if only for an afternoon. 

Thursday, September 17, 2015

postcard from the pilsen wall



I'm a sucker for street art. Thankfully, Chicago is littered with some great pieces. When I discovered a stretch of wall that runs along the 16th Street viaduct in the Chicago neighborhood of Pilsen via Instagram, I knew I had to pay a visit. The art on this wall is an initiative between the neighborhood and the Chicago Urban Art Society. It allows various street artists, many of whom are internationally known, to beautify the landscape. It is definitely worth the trek to Pilsen to see some really amazing work by some greatly talented artists.