Best of March

Well March has definitely been a mix of spring and winter, mostly winter here.  I'm writing this post during my spring break from school.  I went to Chicago last weekend with my son for a short get a way other wise I'm enjoying some relaxing before the busy spring comes along.  One of my favorite places to visit is the Art Institute of Chicago.  If you love art and have not visited the AIC please do.  There were 2 exhibits that I saw this time.  The first is Whistler's Mother (A Study in Grey and Black).  I saw this painting years ago in Paris, but it is in Chicago for a short time in a small exhibit.  The second great exhibit is the newly opened Medieval and Renaissance permanent exhibit.  I adore Medieval Art so I thought this was fascinating.  (I studied Medieval Art in college).  This picture came from the arms and amour room.  

Another treat was a visit to the store front of the nuns of Abby St. Roger.  It was delightful for a Francophile.  I think if this store was near me I'd gain 10 pounds and spend too much money.  I opted for a beautiful fruit tart and croissants for breakfast the next day.  Of course I enjoyed them with my coffee.

Of course what is March without a fire in the fireplace. It still is cold and damp.  Actually this is my favorite time of year to have a fire; it takes away the chill of the day.  I like to enjoy my fire with a glass of kir.  The ingredients are quiet simple.  The creme de casis can be tricky to get, but stay with a French variety if you can.  Its worth spending a bit more money.

White wine ( you can use champagne if you'd like a kir royale)

and

creme de casis to taste.

Finally what I'm reading:  I'm still reading In a Dark Wood Wandering from last month.  It 's a rather long book.

What I'm watching on Netflix: The Great British Bake-Off, Escape to the Country (yes another British TV series) and the Gilmore Girls,  I know it doesn't go with the theme, but its a sweet show. 

 I hope you've enjoyed your month 

and as always with love from the Midwest,

Beth