Photo by Heather Talbert

Photo by Heather Talbert

Illinois native Michelle Kohanzo is the CEO of the Land of Nod, the one-stop-shop for all the things for children and babies, where she guides the development of the brand with its visionary ideas. Join the brand as its 10th employee, she was able to learn all aspects of society, operations, IT, marketing and merchandising, and worked his way up to his current role in 2011 . Kohanzo was part of the e-commerce site launch in 01 and the opening of 11 retail stores, while continuing to promote brand growth through collaborations with artists, sales at detail pop-ups and licensing partnerships. It is no surprise that this woman and mother of four children made Crain Chicago Business "40 Under 40" list in 2015. In this Friday Five, this creative action which keeps her happy and inspired.

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1. Camp Wandawega
This place brings me back to my childhood in the most magical means; the relaxed atmosphere barefoot, the impromptu lake and swim, and always just the best of friends. My happiest places

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. 2. State Label Smocks
I'm a big fan of any Adrienne Antonson fact, she is a force - its beautiful clothes for her delicious secret catalog, but best of all are his smocking. They are so comfortable to wear, ginormous pockets to carry all your things, and they are all of a kind.

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3. Stephanie Vovas Photography

Stephanie is an amazing photographer from LA. His work takes you to the 70s - big hair, big clothes (or at all), and California cool tones. I had the chance to be photographed by Stephanie few years back with my daughter - some of my most precious pieces. And Stephanie is the sweetest person I have ever had the chance to meet.

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4. Deyrolle Paris
I wish I could live in this incredible taxidermy shop in Paris. Each piece is exquisite, I especially like the baby lambs and the flamingo. I had the chance to bring a beautiful beetle and a moth.

Photo by Credit Lonnie Schlein/The New York Times

Credit Photo by Lonnie Schlein / The New York Times

5. Luang Prabang, Laos

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Luang Prabang is a heritage site of uNESCO and is often referred to as Shangri La He could not be a more appropriate description -. The town is nestled along the banks of the Mekong River. Plant life is amazing - staghorn ferns that are 5 feet tall, fragrant magnolias and camellias and everywhere are the most beautiful Buddhist temples. The monks, many very young, wearing the traditional saffron robe and each morning stroll through the city to receive alms. It is the most beautiful, peaceful place I know and hope to visit again soon.