October 5, 2017, we pulled out of our home in St. Joe Beach for the last time. I cried big baby tears as we drove down Highway 98 through Mexico Beach, a place we had called home for the past 16 months. As we passed the beach lined with palm trees and through the town, I tried my hardest to take it all in, to make a memory. In my … [Read more...] about I Heart Mexico Beach
Travel
South Florida Again!
September is a great time visit South Florida. The crowds have gone home, the temperature is just right, and the water is still warm enough for fun. We were so excited to be invited along on another Florida trip, this time with our awesome friends who wanted to check out the area for retirement. This trip would be all about … [Read more...] about South Florida Again!
San Antonio Concert Weekend
Do we look excited? Just a little bit! The second we heard two of our favorite bands were touring - TOGETHER - we were stoked! Def Leppard and Journey in the same concert! We immediately started looking for dates that would work with Brad’s schedule and give us a cool little mini vacay. We found a concert … [Read more...] about San Antonio Concert Weekend
Redington Beach Family Vacation
The past few years our family has scattered from Texas to Florida, so it has been tough getting everyone together. Even at Thanksgiving or Christmas, someone has been missing. So this year for our parent's anniversary, we hatched a plan to get all of us to one spot! We decided a Redington Beach family vacation was the ticket for a … [Read more...] about Redington Beach Family Vacation
Our Give Kids the World Alumni Visit
During our Redington Beach vacation, we knew we wanted to visit Give Kids the World. Give Kids the World Village is a non-profit resort in central Florida. They provide weeklong, cost-free vacations to children with critical illnesses and their families, usually when a child's wish is to visit one of the theme parks in … [Read more...] about Our Give Kids the World Alumni Visit
Disney Princess Half Marathon Lessons
I can’t believe we pulled it off - our first runDisney event - the Disney Princess Half Marathon. This race was like no other, full of Disney magic, characters; even the medal was special. You knew, from the moment you registered, you were going to be part of something awesome. The two days in Orlando were … [Read more...] about Disney Princess Half Marathon Lessons
Disney Princess Half Marathon 2018 Recap
My first runDisney Princess Half Marathon weekend was short but sweet! Running in this race fulfilled a dream my daughter and I had for years. And here we were finally doing it. Honestly, it was one of the most exciting things I have ever done, and the fun went on and on. There were men rocking full princess gear, Disney … [Read more...] about Disney Princess Half Marathon 2018 Recap
Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise Grand Cayman
Welcome to Day 4 of our Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise Today we are on the island of Grand Cayman! Yesterday at Cozumel was all about play. The plan today? We are catching a bus to Cemetery Beach for a day of snorkeling! We started the day with our usual coffee on the top deck. Because of the coral reefs … [Read more...] about Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise Grand Cayman
Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise Cozumel
This post may contain affiliate links, and we may earn compensation when you click on the links at no additional cost to you. We woke up on Day 2 just in time to see the ship pull into Cozumel. Brad and I love to watch the ship arriving at the port. So we grabbed a quick cup of coffee and headed to the top deck. Seeing Cozumel come into view was … [Read more...] about Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise Cozumel
Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise – Part One
Dreams do come true! This Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family cruise had been a dream of ours for six years! In December 2012, Brad and I were invited to sail on the Disney Magic when our friends won a cruise for four on the radio! Crazy right? We loved every minute of this cruise - even as adults it was magical. Ever … [Read more...] about Disney Wonder Very Merrytime Family Cruise – Part One
