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Wax Man Spa
1744 W Lawrence Avenue

Wellness Advocate of Doterra and more, products and workshops pertaining to health, family time, childhood development.

Dedicated to learning through play, Discovery Toys is the foremost direct marketer of educational toys for children 0 to 8+ years of age. DT sells only products of the highest quality, innovation and safety, including toys, books, games, and music. DT also gives parents and educators an opportunity to turn their passion for educating children into profit, earning as much income as they want to earn.

04/23/2026

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Photos from Garfield Park Conservatory's post

11/22/2025

11/06/2025

Starting this week, the Conservatory Lobby will be closed for renovations.
This much needed makeover will help us meet the needs of 300,000+ visitors annually! Thank you and please pardon our dust during this glow up.

We will remain open during construction, please continue to make us your top destination for respite this Winter. You will be able to shop the Gift Store in its temporary location and online!

11/13/2024

To the Mama who is digging deep this Thanksgiving ,Christmas & Holiday Season trust you got this even if you feel like you don't.
Why? Cause We make Magic into Tangible Joy even when we are not in the mood or don't have the financial means to do it.

To the mama who sits up late nights scanning the sales on line and in the stores or on the internet trying to find the best deals to have at least one gift for their child and still label the gift from Santa You are the real MVP.

To the mama who is mourning the loss of a Child, Parent, spouse or grandparent and your heart is aching for one more conversation or hug yet still deck the halls and create joy. I see you.

To the mama who is looking at her paycheck or her bank account wondering how you are going to pay the bills this season let alone get your child a gift. Your prayers will be answered because you work for it.

You find a way

You apply

You sign up

You seek out all of the fundraiser and drives you possible can. I see you I am you keep that fire burning.

To the mama working her ass off and it still seems like you cannot get ahead friend I understand this journey.

To the mama who has to apply for the food pantry just to make ends meet. Who feel some type of way picking up those groceries with her child in tow. Who wonders to herself how in the world did I get here?

You are not alone.

To the mama who is always shopping the Dollar Tree or making nothing into magic.

I see you.

To the mama who is looking for all of the free or sponsored events to make their child's holiday special.

I see you.

To the mama who walks into the door late at night so she can provide food clothing and shelter for her little one.

You are amazing.

To the mama who is not afraid to cry in front of her child yet still is able to pick herself up dust herself off and walk in her truth with faith love and dignity.

I see you.

To that mama sitting in the Emergency Room right now for the past 4 hours wondering when your child will be seen.

I see you.

To the mama who hustles everyday trying to make a better life for herself and her child.

I see you.

To the mama who has not bought anything new for herself in years putting her child before herself.

I see you.

To the mama who swallows her words when some well meaning person says "Just do some self care or You are so strong or I don't know how you do it." Instead of saying what you want to say you just say thank you.

I see you.

To the Medical mama who has a medically complex and rare child who has to sit for hours on the phone with insurance companies and specialist and rescheduled appointments.

I see you.

To that mama who hurts when their child is hurt I see you .

To the mama who has cooked a wonderful Holiday meal only to see their picky eater munching on hotdogs or mashed potatoes and a Hawaiian roll.

I see you.

To the mama who is tired and wants to give up but does not.

I see you.

To all of us who make a difference who find the joy in the daily journey I see you because I am you. In spite of the adversities of life we continue to move forward sometimes with tears in our eyes but always determination and love in our hearts. Knowing that We make Magic out of thin Air.

Give yourself grace and mercy during this season.
I am wishing you Mamas (Papas, Aunties, Uncles, Grandmothers & Grandfathers as well as empty nest or those who do not have children) a Happy Holiday, A Happy Thanksgiving, a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

To the COMMUNITY IN REAL LIFE AND VIRTUALLY WHO COMES TOGETHER. Thank you I see you. You are appreciated

Love yall
~Donna~
That MidLife MaMa

Sometimes we write to encourage ourselves as well as each other. No matter where you are on this life's journey you are welcome here always.