I am Mommy to two beautiful girls and three crazy dogs, so my house is full of love and lots of hair. My husband Spencer and I love spending time with our littles, but while they’re sleeping I craft and he plays handyman since we are consumed with remodeling our home DIY style. I am a proud Rockfordian since birth, so I am passionate about the people, happenings, and assets of this city. If you want to get on my good side, show me a puppy and give me lots of chocolate and Keith Urban.
Lil Zim
25 Illinois Places You Have to Visit At Least Once In Your Lifetime
It's well past time to hop in your car and experience all the fun that these Illinois places have to offer.
Popular Illinois Holiday Run Returning With a Brand New Course and After Party
Rockford's popular Dasher Dash 5K is coming back this year with new experiences to enjoy, and registration is already open.
Explore the Sky In a Famous WWII Bomber This Weekend in Illinois
The B-25 Mitchell WWII Bomber "Berlin Express" will be making a stop, and offering rides, at the Chicago Rockford International Airport this weekend.
Illinois Teen Thanks His Dad For Unwavering Strength Through Grief
A Forreston High School student penned an extremely heartfelt letter nominating his Dad as a Hometown Hero.
A Long-Running Halloween Event in Illinois Just Added More Family Fun
Midway Village Museum is adding a brand new attraction to their annual All Hallows' Eve event.
Illinois Shelter Offering Free Pet Adoptions to Help Clear the Cages This Weekend
Winnebago County Animal Services in Rockford is offering fee-waived adoptions this weekend as part of the national 'Clear the Shelter' adoption event.
Thousands of Jack O’ Lanterns Will Take Over One Illinois Town This October
Take your family for a thrilling night walking through thousands of artfully carved jack o' lanterns in Lake Zurich, Illinois this Halloween.
After 10 Long Years, Rockford’s Parade of Homes is Finally Making a Comeback
We just got another sign that Rockford's economy is improving, the Parade of Homes is finally returning this Spring.
This Illinois Restaurant Will Fulfill All Your Sweet Tooth’s Dreams
The Chocolate Sanctuary in Gurnee, Illinois uses cocoa in every dish they make, and we're not just talking about desserts here.
Eight Wisconsin Hikes That Will Immerse You In the Beauty of Fall
If surrounding yourself in Fall beauty is your ultimate happy place, grab your hiking shoes and head to these eight places in Wisconsin.