When I was little, Halloween was my holiday. I have always been a fan of scary movies, from Freddy Krueger in Nightmare on Elm Street, to Poltergeist, to Stephen King’s anything, I was a scary movie marathon fanatic. Popcorn, taffy apples, gummy worms were the accompaniment. My mom would decorate the house so perfectly creepy… Read more »
Posts By: Christina Steed
The 20 Year Reunion: a time for celebration but mainly reflection
I contemplated hard on whether I would write about going to my high school reunion after 20 years. But I’m a writer so I must use it all. 20 frickin’ years. Even saying that makes me feel some type of way. Where did the time go? I can remember everything like it was yesterday. My… Read more »
Farmer’s Market Magic: A Photo Essay
Every Saturday I’m in town in Chicago, I make it a point to support the Hyde Park Farmer’s Market. There are so many delicious, fresh and organic options. From the variety of mushrooms to the fresh fruit and veggies. My husband’s all time fav is getting fresh flowers to brighten up our home every week…. Read more »
Birthdays are meant to inspire not depress
I just ticked off another year on this life’s journey. It was an excruciatingly tough year filled with growth, lessons and pain. Through it, I was able to gain some perspective that I hadn’t necessarily requested, but that I’m sure will come in handy down the line. At least I’m hoping. I’m usually not one… Read more »