Real Life

Hot Summer Reads

July 5, 2014

The Silkworm Robert Galbraith (J.K. Rowling) “Private investigator Cormoran Strike returns in a new mystery from Robert Galbraith, author of the #1 international bestseller The Cuckoo’s Calling. When novelist Owen Quine goes missing, his wife calls in private detective Cormoran Strike. At first, Mrs. Quine just thinks her husband has gone off by himself for […]

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Emme’s Real Life Wedding Stories

June 23, 2014

Kim and Eric Deerfield June 22, 2013 In the summer of 2010, my friend Sarah and I went out to celebrate the Blackhawks winning the playoffs. We went to a bar and spotted Eric and his friend. Sarah immediately summoned them over. At first I thought Eric was too young for me– I was 28 and […]

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12 Facts You Should Know About Italy’s Mario Balotelli

June 13, 2014

1. His parents were immigrants from Ghana 2. When he was young, authorities recommended that he should be placed in foster care 3. He was adopted by Silvia and Francesco Balotelli 4. He had to wait until his 18th birthday to request Italian citizenship 5. He has been quoted saying: “I am Italian, I feel […]

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Happy #WorldCup! Who Are You Cheering For?

June 13, 2014

Emme readers like: 1. Italy / USA 2. Brazil 3. Germany, Mexico, England, Netherlands

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When I was 16…

June 10, 2014

Since I’ve entered my mid-20’s there has been a vast majority of engagements and weddings. Crazy! But, at the end of the day, I still feel like the 16-year girl I was 10 years ago. Where has the time gone? When I was 16: It was the year 2004 I was a sophomore East Leyden High School […]

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What Makes Us Likeable?

April 28, 2014

Disclaimer: The information presented in this website and the comments from Dr. Hughes are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease or psychological disorder. The information presented is not a substitute for medical, psychological or psychiatric treatment. You are advised to seek professional medical and psychological help as necessary. What makes us likeable? […]

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Michelle Obama Calls Young People “Knuckleheads.” What do you think?

March 18, 2014

In a recent interview with Jimmy Fallon, Michelle Obama called young people “knuckleheads” when referring to ObamaCare. “Thanks to the Affordable Care Act, young people can stay on their parent’s insurance until they’re 26, but once they hit 26, they’re on their own.” Today, millennials have a bad stereotype that follows us. Watching an episode of Girls […]

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BloomNation Blooms in Chicago

January 13, 2014

Have you ever sent a bouquet of flowers to a loved one to only be disappointed with the results? Farbod Shoraka, David Daneshgar and Gregg Weisstein found an answer to the problem by founding their own company. Farbod (CEO and Co-Founder) met with his aunt who is a florist for some insight on flowers. David (Co-Founder […]

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Things That Happened 10 Years Ago: Prepare to Feel Old

January 3, 2014

These events happened 10 years ago: 1. Britney Spears and Christina Aguilera kissed Madonna at the VMAs. 2. Justin Timberlake exposed Janet Jackson’s boob. 3. Friends ended. 4. George Bush was elected president for a second term. 5. Martha Stewart was convicted of a felony. 6. Scott Petersen was found guilty. 7. Ronald Reagan passes away […]

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A Prayer to the Blessed Virgin

December 15, 2013

NEVER KNOWN TO FAIL — (1X) Oh, most beautiful flower of Mt. Carmel, fruitful vine, splendor of Heaven, Blessed Mother of the Son of God, Immaculate Virgin, assist me in my necessity. Oh, Star of the Sea, help me and show me herein you are my mother. Oh Holy Mary, Mother of God, Queen of […]

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