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  • I meant to get a post out today.. I really did. But when things get messy, I like to step back and just focus my attention on the issue and not tire myself out. This is a huge problem I see when people try to “do it all”. NEWSFLASH: you don’t have to do it all and no one is expecting you to. Go somewhere (or stay indoors) and make sure that YOU are taking care of yourself in some way: meditation, spa, journaling, etc. one of my favorite things to do is walk. And I love walking to the stunning Japanese gardens in the @artinstitutechi 🌳 I love coming here to sit down with my coffee and listen to the water fountains while reading a book. It's a beautiful and serene place in downtown. And it's so lovely seeing everyone enjoy it. What is your favorite serene spot in your city or town? Leave a comment below ❤️ #thepetitebijou #artinstituteofchicago #chicagoigers #japanesegardens
  • A feel good fall bucket list just in time for the first day of fall! The latest post on ThePetiteBijou.com goes over 15 different activities and simple practices to try this fall for the ultimate feel good season. This time of year is also one of renewed and serenity. Why not try something new? I'm personally embracing #1 on the list which is: HYGGE. . Have you heard of it? Read all about it plus 14 other incredible fall things you should try via the link in my bio. #fallbucketlist #hygge #thepetitebijou #sweaterweather
  • Bringing 50s style to the cathedral. Much #Grantchester vibes. Anyone else watch mystery shows set in the 50s? I love Grantchester and Father Brown. All the characters look so smart in their period clothing! For an easy breezy 50's look, I love putting on a gingham dress paired with my oh so comfortable Oxford sneakers. It's a timeless look that makes city adventures fun and fashionable. Check out outfit details via the link in my bio ❤️ . You can also of course, follow along on the LTK app to see all my historically inspired outfits http://liketk.it/2xmxr #liketkit @liketoknow.it #LTKunder100 #LTKstyletip #LTKshoecrush #LTKunder50
  • The gorgeous 1600 Club at @theblackstonehotel during my stay there. You’ll never guess what I found in this room! It was eerily relevant and personal. Find out by going to the link in my bio & reading the post ❤️ Have you ever stumbled upon something that was a pure coincidence (or not) that surprised you? #theblackstoneotel #blackstonechicago #artdecointeriors #chicagotravel #thepetitebijou
  • First it was the Gish sisters, then Ginger Rogers, then President Kennedy, and now The Petite Bijou! Honored to have stayed at @theblackstonehotel hotel and I'm taking you behind the scenes of this historical Chicago hotel in my first ever travel series on the blog called The Bijou Guide to Historical Chicago! . This hotel opened in 1910 and it still has all the glitz, glamour, and original history inside and out. From the grand lobby (featuring a lovely typewrite I'm obsessed with) to the private rooms and suites. This hotel oozes luxury and history that I shared in the latest blog post. Click the link in my bio to read ❤️ #thepetitebijou #theblackstonehotel #sponsored #chicago #visitchicago #historichotel
  • I have been a student for what can be best described as "infinity" amount of time. And two degrees, 3 whirlwind majors later, I have a few tricks and tips under my belt about how to survive college. So today I'm sharing 25 of my best tips for not only staying sane - but organized, efficient, and studious. There's some surprising tips there, so do check it out. -- I want to know, are you in college right now? Tell us what you are studying ❤️ Are any of you later in life college students? -- Here's my journey just in case you feel shy to share: ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ▪️Spent 5 years in undergrad getting a BA in History & Anthropology. Prepped to study abroad in Britain for my higher degree afterwards ▪️Decided not to pursue a higher degree in History, needed premedical classes I never took. ▪️Applied and accepted into a Post Baccalaureate medical school program. Started my blog during classes. ▪️During this program, couldn't pass Chem or Math (should have known), quit and took gap year doing more internships ▪️Took GRE but got rejected for Marketing and Communications programs due to low "math" score portion of GRE....ok then... ▪️Applied to my last option, got in, and got my Masters in IMC (Integrated Marketing Communications). Best decision ever, should have done it first and sooner. -- So you see, it's ok if you're journey isn't standard...it doesn't matter. What matters is you find what works for you and you do a great job at it. My journey had ups and downs but in the end, my happiness was priority. #thepetitebijou #collegetips #backtoschool #universitylife http://liketk.it/2x9ji #liketkit @liketoknow.it

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