We’ve all gotten better about wearing sunscreen during the summer, but there is still room for improvement. Sunscreen is recommended for ALL skin tones. While it’s true that UVB rays (the ones that cause sunburns) are not as strong during cooler months, “UVA rays, which go deeper and are largely responsible for skin aging, are …
As touches of spring sprout up all around us, we are noticing the way our moods have lifted. We’re refreshing our indoor looks with softer colors and inviting textures that reflect nature. At the same time, we’re redefining our outdoor spaces—extending them to include areas to entertain, dine al fresco, and relax. The use of …
Memorial Day is the unofficial kick-off of summer swim activities. As you emerge from inside your home to enjoy the season, you must look chic in your swimwear at the beach or beside the pool. Whatever your preference, there is a style for everyone. Remember our spring trends–try a new color like yellow or orange. …
Chicago embodies true Midwestern hospitality. It’s also a bold city, continually creating evermore exciting and inspiring experiences. And it’s a city with a legacy–Jean-Baptiste-Point DuSable is regarded as the first Chicago resident. His mother was an African slave and his father a French mariner. It is believed by historians that he was born free around …
There is nothing more pleasing than being in the will of God. Your days have a specific flow that includes peace as you carry out your tasks. You may not always know exactly what direction to move in, but as you progress throughout the day you see and hear little messages of confirmation. I have …
No matter what life brings God will be there with you. All the days ordained for you were written in the Book of Life before one of them came to be. Now that you are here, you must fulfill your ordained purpose. You must think of yourself as the Lord’s prized possession. So, let’s get …
This weekend we celebrate Mother’s Day and I would like to take this opportunity to honor my late mother, Ruby Cunningham, who provided so much wisdom, knowledge, and love during the time she was with us. Her name described her well—the ruby is a lustrous, deep red stone that has acquired special and symbolic …