Ashley Burk · Home + Lifestyle

08/16/2026

Kinda chic to support your neighbors and shop small. We wandered into Short & Sweet Tasty-Treats yesterday and my only disdain is that we didn’t know it existed sooner! 🍭

The girls may have actually thought they wandered into W***y Wonka’s candy factory and were in rare form, each taking down two macarons and still begging for more on the visit. 😂

We’ve been on the hunt for a local macaron spot foreverrrrrr and this is it. Plus, they have matcha lattes for mom. 💁🏼‍♀️

📍Short & Sweet Tasty Treats
26 Ash St
Frankfort, IL

Save this post and visit soon! Sharing for anyone wanting a fun new spot in the area that’s absolutely worth soliciting. ♥️



They have around 30 different flavors of macarons fresh every week!

They also hand make chocolates and special treats.

The girls LOVED these Adirondack chairs at the entrance! We have the red one so seeing a pink and green one was just too exciting I guess. 😅

STOP IT. ✋🏻🛑

The cutest little display of candies and treats with a cooler full of crispy diet cokes and pound cakes to the right.

Even the decor is sweet. 🥰

Had to share these beautiful pink moscato treats!

Try a Flipaccino, you’ll thank me later!

Had one of these warmed up chocolate chip cookies during our trip and it was also devine.

Fresh seasonal pound cakes in various flavors. Currently it’s carrot walnut pound cake. 🥕

Follow for more local recommendations and adventures with littles!

08/14/2026

Not viral, just freaking delicious 🔥

📍Rosie’s All-American Cafe
Hollywood Studios (near R&RC)

While I’m not super in-tune with viral Disney World food I do know what I like, and that’s a tendy with a well-done sauce. The spicy aioli chicken strips were a solid 10/10, and a quick & easy lunch if this is your jam. The chili-cheese fries were good, but I wouldn’t necessarily write home about them.

Skip the fries, dip the strips!

08/13/2026

We took the perfect family staycation at Great Wolf Lodge this summer! It's the kind of trip that doesn't involve any pre-planning; everything the family needs is under one roof. Here's everything that was included, what we enjoyed and what you could skip.

This is the ultimate Chicagoland area no-airplane vacation! Great Wolf Lodge Gurnee has everything you need without leaving the resort.

08/13/2026

Say WOW for a discount + link to tickets for your own ! ✨

The girls loved the multi sensory experience of the different rooms, and let’s be honest, who doesn’t love flopping around a ball pit?? ☁️ We explored a few of these rooms twice before our experience ended; it was so fun! Not to mention, it’s a great way to let the kiddos have fun while burning some energy. Both kids napped on the ride home. 💯

Great for exploring, playing and tiring them out, especially on a rainy or cold day.

🎟️ Link to tickets is also in my bio. Use code ASHLEYBURK10 at checkout to apply the discount!

08/12/2026

Pssst... you can also bring your own props! 🏰
We spent the morning in the Enchanted Kingdom at jcpenneyportraits and had an absolute blast!

JCPenney Portraits offers a variety of professional services and backgrounds, including maternity, newborn, holidays and even pet photography. Your beautiful portraits can be used to create custom canvas and metal prints, desk plaques and magnets right in-studio after your session. It’s a great way to celebrate birthdays or milestones, and build memories. I love the idea of using these portraits for birthday invitations or annual cards!

HOW TO PREPARE FOR YOUR SESSION
👗 Pick Your Outfits (wear your own or borrow from the studio)
🪄 Bring Props (or use theirs)
✨ Get Inspired
💻 Digital Image Delivery

Did you know they have almost 350 studio locations nationwide? Say CHEESE and I’ll send you a link to find your nearest JCPenney Portraits studio!

08/10/2026

would happily hand you a sack of cash today 💰

08/08/2026

It’s ALWAYS a good time at a Karla Schwaegs event, especially at Goldfish - Burr Ridge! 🐟

Thank you for having us! If you missed this event stay tuned for the next one. Karla is always putting together play date events that bring the community together for a day of fun, play and connections while highlighting local businesses. Had Nonna’s Good Life for the first time today in too long! 👀

08/06/2026

// I thought I knew what busy looked like... then I had to navigate summer with two young kids. 🫠 Thankful for Good Warrior Beef Sticks keeping the tum rums at bay when I’m out and about this season! I’ll never forget my very first taste, it was love at first bite. 🔥

They’re a brand new product from Good Warrior bursting with flavor and savory texture. They have 10g of protein, 0g of sugar and are only 100 calories each. The Original flavor is smoky and savory while the Jalapeno Pepper is spicier and more peppery. Both absolutely delicious!

🛒 Grab your own Good Warrior Beef Sticks, conveniently located at the retailers listed in my bio menu!

08/04/2026

my kids LOVE these bites so i found a way to make them part of a bigger meal. 🥨 stuff with hot dog bites, cheese or really any of their favorite foods and serve with some fruit or veggies for a meal everyone can be happy about! 🙌🏻

SAVE for later and SHARE with a friend who has picky eaters! 👀

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