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February 1, 2018

Falling in Love with Rome

This was the part of the trip when I made it to the motherland!

After flying to London first on our Europe trip, my husband and I met my parents in Rome. It was my first time in Italy and since I’m 100% Italian, I’ve been itching to go my whole life. And it lived up to everything I hoped it would be and more!

We stayed at this beautiful Airbnb that I can’t recommend enough. It’s in the perfect location (we got in very late that night and walked 2 minutes to Campo de Fiori for pizza and there were so many bars and restaurants open), is spacious, the host was wonderful, and the best part was that it’s insanely charming. It has beautiful ancient history and it was such an experience being able to stay there. Even if you’re not heading to Rome, you have to check out the photos!

We booked a 2 in 1 Entire Ancient Rome Tour through Viator and had a great experience. In total the tour was 5 hours and included a guided tour of the Colosseum and the Roman Forum and then tickets into the Vatican. I know probably everybody says this but it’s SO IMPORTANT to get tickets ahead of time to the Vatican. Thankfully we did, because the line was crazy long. I was in awe of the history of Rome and seeing the Sistine Chapel in person was breathtaking. One of my favorite things about Rome was just walking around and soaking in the culture!
One of my favorite meals I think I’ve ever had was Osteria da Fortunata. My father speaks Italian so when they first landed in Italy, my parents went there for a quick meal and became acquainted with the owner. It felt like family going back there to eat, especially when they started bringing out wine bottles on the house! The handmade pasta is extremely fresh and you can see the women making it in the front of the restaurant as you pass by. I’m still dreaming about the pasta!
I can’t explain how much I loved Rome and how comfortable I felt in that city. And even though it was very hot and busy, I felt at ease there and really fell in love with my surroundings. But I’ll let my photos do the talking.




























x Jill

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We are HUGE @DisneyPlus fans in this family and no We are HUGE @DisneyPlus fans in this family and now that Jude is getting older, we’re really loving family movie nights! So we’re SO excited for Disney+’s new original movie Flora & Ulysses, streaming February 19th! Flora & Ulysses is about a girl named who befriends a squirrel she rescues named Ulysses, and learns he possesses unique superhero powers that take them on an adventure that changes Flora’s life. I also love that it’s based on a book, and I can’t wait for Jude to watch it since he’s obsessed with the squirrels in our neighborhood. 😂 You can swipe right to check or visit the link in my bio to watch the full trailer for @Floraandulysses, streaming exclusively on Disney+ February 19th! @DisneyStudios #FloraAndUlysses #DisneyPlus #ad #hbtfloraulysses
Got a little weather FOMO when I saw it was snowin Got a little weather FOMO when I saw it was snowing in Chicago, but we took the boys to a nearby botanical garden (we were the only people there) and enjoyed the 70 degree weather so much, I stopped missing the snow reaaaal quick. 😉 Also the @sollybaby wrap may be our most used baby product. It’s so comfortable, easy to put on, and Heath absolutely loves it. I may start carrying Olive in it when he’s too big for it.
Hooray for 3 months! 💙We’re officially out of Hooray for 3 months! 💙We’re officially out of the fourth trimester and we’re really starting to see his little personality come through. He gives the most hilarious judgmental looks (who can blame him? He’s a 2020 baby), smiles when anyone talks to him, and loves to watch his big brother play.  He’s only been here for a few days but he’s loving the Florida sunshine! ☀️ #heyheathjoseph #childhoodunplugged #babyboy #lifewithlittles
After driving 24 hours we finally made it to paren After driving 24 hours we finally made it to parents’ house in Florida! Driving with two kids under two, two dogs, and enough suitcases to dress an army was hectic to say the least, but it’s always the crazy ideas that make the best memories. And even though we’re not going anywhere, the change of scenery and ability to be outside is going to be such a treat for us. Jude is already living his best life in nothing but a diaper while Olive has already traumatized the ducks in the backyard. 😂 Side note: this gallery wall at their house is my favorite, and I can’t believe how much Jude looks like my dad as a baby (third photo from the top left!) #heyjudeharrison
Proof I own sneakers. Also proof I don’t really Proof I own sneakers. Also proof I don’t really know what to do with them because I wore them in wet snow. 🥴 Took this guy to his 2 year appointment today. I can’t believe we have an almost 2 year old! #heyjudeharrison

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