World events and the news have been bleak this week, but that just reinforces our message about the importance of friendship, community and connection. For nearly five years now, Julia and I have taken time each week to reflect on the vital nature of friendship to add meaning and joy to our lives, as well... Continue Reading →
Christmas Bells
One of my favorite holiday traditions in Chicago is visiting the Christmas Around the World and Holiday of Lights exhibit at the Museum of Science and Industry. When my boys were young, we’d bring them to see the dozens of Christmas trees decorated to represent cultures around the world. While we loved seeing all of the trees, we’d... Continue Reading →
Merry Christmas 🎄
Hopefully by now, the decorations are on full display, the gifts are wrapped and all that is left is to enjoy this blessed day. From all of us at LOF, best wishes for a very Merry Christmas! Special thanks to our friend Zoe for the gorgeous original artwork on this post, which you don't want... Continue Reading →