Coming home is never easy. I have been jet lagged (we all know I am not the best sleeper). Then there are the hunger pains because my body is so confused on the time, I am hungry at the oddest hours. I fell asleep at 9pm and woke up at midnight and beyond starving. I checked the time in Paris which was 7 am, the time I was used to waking up and going for a croissant. It totally makes sense but I wasn’t laughing. I have been editing away to have my goal of having a new collection of prints in the shop by November 1. I have to say, I am pretty proud of what I shot and I can’t wait to share.

I just added this print to the shop because I couldn’t wait until next week. It is one of my favorites.

Why As An Adult You Have to Be Your Own Superhero

13 Classic French Dishes to Master at Home

The Most Beautiful Independent Store in Every State Have you been to any of these?

Discover the hidden passages of Paris with La Cuisine. This is one of my favorite walks to do in Paris from the ninth arrondissement to the first.

Why Paris is the City You will Keep Coming Back To

Dorie Greenspan has a new book out and she is coming to Chicago! I have wanted to meet her for a while and I finally get my chance. I can’t wait to add her signed copy to my cookbook collection.

How Much Do Influencers Really Make?

For the person who has everything, this will make the perfect Christmas gift. 

This is what will happen to the next generation if we don’t change things. 

I have my eye on this pullover in Pink. Plus it is on sale!

After an Indian Summer in Paris, cold temperatures are expected with an cold front. Pack sweaters if you are headed to Paris in the next few weeks.

A Monumental Year for Paris. I saw a huge increase in traffic from years past. Paris was busier than ever.

My friend Kat sent me this great NYT article “ Paris on Foot”

I am a candle collector. They are great to burn at home in the Winter months. I work way past sunset so I like to burn a candle once the sun goes down as a way to unwind. This is one of my favorites.

These scooters were all over Paris during my visit. I didn’t get a chance to try them but they are now banned on the pavement.

I love this velvet clutch for the holidays. Velvet was a big trend I was seeing all over Paris so this trend will be around through next season.

7 Books to Cozy up to that will transport you to France

Nespresso has a special edition Parisian flavor. This one I have to try. I use mine every morning. The machine was a gift from my sister. 

Teach Girls Bravery Not Perfection

Why You Should Rent Property in France (rather than buy)

Biking in France: Friendly Changes for Cyclists and Bike Commuters I saw a huge increase in bikes this trip in particular. Paris felt more like Amsterdam in the morning than ever before. I loved hearing the bikes go by instead of cars.

I had the pleasure of meeting Victoria Brownlee of “Fromage à Trois” when I was in Paris. She gave me a copy of the book for one. Just simply comment below with your favorite link and make sure you leave your email so I can contact the winner.

What I Bought this Week

It is officially sweater weather so I ordered these two from Sézane, one in cranberry which is my new favorite color for Fall and this one in green. I didn’t have a chance to visit the store during my visit to Paris but they offer free shipping online and the prices are the same.

P.S. Don’t miss The Paris Diaries Day 1 and Day 2. I take you through my daily life in Paris through photographs and stories.

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