Category: St. Louis

Last week was the first time we’ve ever been to the Contemporary Art Museum here in St. Louis, and it did not disappoint! We met my stylish friend Elisha there with her (equally stylish) girls Estella and January for CAM’s free family play date, which is held the first Wednesday of every month.  The program … Continue reading “Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis”

Thoroughly enjoying the Botanical Garden here in St. Louis lately. There is something really special about going on an overcast, misty, cool day when no one else thinks it’s a good idea. We spent last Monday there, tired of being cooped up inside and found ourselves nearly alone with our thoughts. The calm that follows … Continue reading “Green”

This weekend was another one of highs and lows, the inevitable shift of seasons that bring warmth and sun one day, clouds and rain and cool weather the next. We had a blast on Saturday, spending every moment together and with dear friends as we enjoyed the carnival that has become an annual April tradition. … Continue reading “(Carnival) Weekend Shenanigans”

Blueprint Coffee: 6225 Delmar Blvd., St. Louis, MO 63130 / phone: 314.266.6808 This past year I’ve explored probably every coffee shop in the city of St. Louis (okay, an exaggeration, but not much of a stretch). Blueprint is one I keep going back to because it’s located in the Loop (just around the corner from … Continue reading “Blueprint Coffee”

Finally, finally back to good health around here! The boys were on spring break all last week, feeling fine and dandy while I struggled to keep up. Every moment Andrew took them for an hour or two I found myself in bed completely wiped out, sound asleep and oblivious to the time of day and things that … Continue reading “Weekend Shenanigans”