• Skip to primary navigation
  • Skip to main content
  • Skip to primary sidebar
  • Home
  • About/Hire Me
    • About Me
    • Hire Me
    • Contact
    • Family
    • Faith
    • FAQ
    • My Running Story
    • Recipes
  • Disney
  • Fitness
    • runDisney Information Page
    • Fitness
    • Races
  • Parenting
  • Travel

Through Heather's Looking Glass

  • Disney
  • Fitness
  • Travel
  • family
  • About Me

FitFluential and more Disney

June 16, 2011 | Uncategorized

 

Fun announcement today! I was selected as one of FitFluentials ambassadors! Check out the page, and my bio HERE. I am so honored to be one of the ones chosen! If you missed my “audition” blog post, you can check that out HERE. I am excited for whatever is in store for me with FitFluential!

Ok, so moving back to my Disney trip. We left off with My parents anniversary. The next day was Saturday, and we had lunch in the Magic Kingdom at Liberty Tree Tavern. But first, we sat out on the swing at the beach again. This was one of my favorite parts of the trip!

check out my dad in the background….ya…

We watched some sweet baby ducks following mama around.

and Bobby chased them

We went to the Magic Kingdom early to walk around a little bit.

We walked by the new Fantasyland expansion. it’s coming along!

Our strong courageous men tried to pull out the sword.

It was finally time for lunch, and I got one of my favorite Disney desserts…Ooey gooey toffee cake!

After lunch we walked around a little more, then decided to head back to the hotel and relax at the pool.

It was really crowded, but eventually I spotted the only empty table right by the pool, so we had some shade.

We hung out at the pool, relaxing, reading, and swimming around, for a couple hours. it was really nice and relaxing. Then it was time to head to the lounge for appetizers. We didn’t have a reservation for dinner, so we were going to try to make the food in the lounge enough for dinner, and we managed!

after we ate, Bobby ran to the gym, and my dad and I walked and met him there. They did some weights and elliptical, and I ran 3 miles on the treadmill.

we walked back through a wedding. The design of the sidewalk is really poorly done, we basically had to go through the wedding party to get to the other side.

when we got back, the Poly beach was the place to be. They were having movie night and a campfire with marshmallows. We went back up to the lounge for desserts, and then decided to walk around outside and check out all the action.

we walked down to the dock and sat on some benches right as the water parade started. perfect timing! Oh, not to mention, the weather was so nice! not humid and I was chilly, I had a sweatshirt on!

It was a really great night just hanging out at the hotel. We went to bed after that, ready to head to the mickey boat the next day!

QOTD: what is your favorite way to relax on vacation?

Like this:

Like Loading…

Sign up for my newsletter

Reader Interactions

Comments

  1. Jen says

    June 16, 2011 at 8:37 am

    Congrats on becoming an ambassador! How fun!
    Looks like you had a perfect day in Disney! Sometimes lounge food really is enough for an entire meal!

  2. Kayla says

    June 16, 2011 at 9:31 am

    You should try and make the dessert the ooey gooey toffee cake. Karen has the recipe on her blog somewhere. It is super easy and really good! I love it and try not to make it all the time. haha

    • Crystal says

      June 16, 2011 at 11:22 am

      Ok, I must know where to get this and the recipe! I’m going to go scour Karen’s blog for it…

      • Kayla says

        June 16, 2011 at 5:17 pm

        Crystal here is the link from Karen’s page for the recipe!!! It is so so good and super easy to make!!

        http://mydisneyhalf.blogspot.com/2011/04/guilty-pleasures.html

        • Crystal says

          June 16, 2011 at 5:27 pm

          Thanks! It sounds amazing, and I already have all the ingredients! lol

          • Kayla says

            June 17, 2011 at 2:06 am

            Awesome! That is why I made mine too. I saw her recipe and then realized I had everything to make it, so I made it for a group of friends and it was a huge hit! :0)

  3. Emily @ Sweating Sugar says

    June 16, 2011 at 9:56 am

    It looks so fun. Super cute bathing suit!

    • Heather says

      June 16, 2011 at 5:53 pm

      thank you!

  4. Crystal says

    June 16, 2011 at 11:23 am

    Congrats on the fitfluential ambassador! You rock! Our vacations are not ever really very relaxing, and I don’t think they will be for awhile with my crazy child! LOL

    • Heather says

      June 16, 2011 at 5:53 pm

      thanks girl! hhaha I am sure you will relax in Alaska…some….haha

      • Crystal says

        June 16, 2011 at 6:05 pm

        I doubt it! I will be chasing him around the boat! LOL

  5. Bethany says

    June 16, 2011 at 3:45 pm

    First off, i LOVE that water parade!!! It hasn’t changed a bit since i first saw it in the 1980s 🙂

    Your trip looks FABULOUS!!!! I love seeing your pictures! I hope to post some of my wedding/honeymoon pix to my blog tonight. I’m going to send you a seperate email.
    Keep the pictures coming, it helps the work day go by faster :-p

    • Heather says

      June 16, 2011 at 5:53 pm

      ah! I can’t wait to see your pictures! e mail me email me!

  6. Karolina says

    June 16, 2011 at 5:34 pm

    Your yellow & white polka dot bikini is so cute! Where’d you get it?
    My favorite way to relax on vacation is to lay on chairs by the pool or walk along the beach…with a pina colada of course!

    • Heather says

      June 16, 2011 at 5:52 pm

      I LOVE Pina colodas!
      I got it from the Victorias Secret Swim catalog a couple years ago!

  7. Rach says

    June 16, 2011 at 9:32 pm

    Yaay! Congrats, girl! Looks like you had the best time! Disney is amazing! 🙂

    • Heather says

      June 18, 2011 at 8:47 am

      thanks we did!

  8. Karen says

    June 16, 2011 at 10:14 pm

    Great pictures! Looks like a great way to spend a day in Disney! Yummm…Ooey Gooey….soooo good!!!! :0) Your new duck friends are cute and your dad in the back of that picture made me laugh! Too funny!

    • Karen says

      June 16, 2011 at 10:14 pm

      Oh, and congrats on Fit Fluential! Fun times!!! :0)

      • Heather says

        June 18, 2011 at 8:47 am

        🙂 thanks friend

  9. Linz (Beyond Destination 26.2) says

    June 17, 2011 at 3:35 pm

    Congrats on the FitFluential! I was also picked to be an ambassador and couldn’t be more excited for this opportunity. And when I saw you were picked I literally screamed with joy for you! YAY! 🙂

    • Heather says

      June 18, 2011 at 8:44 am

      aw your so sweet. Congrats to you, too!

  10. Trish says

    June 19, 2011 at 5:07 am

    WOw – congrats Heather on your FitFluencial appointment.
    Loved the recap from the Poly. I love it there! 🙂

Primary Sidebar

I am Heather Montgomery, a southern girl living in Knoxville, Tennessee with my husband Bobby, 11-year-old daughter Emma Kate, and our goldendoodles Dolly and Luna. I’m just a regular girl who likes to workout, travel, hang with my family, text, and eat chips and queso. Be sure to check out my “about me” page for more info!
Thank you for visiting, and feel free to contact me with questions, (or for PR inquiries or press trip invites) at Support@HeathersLookingGlass.com.

Please, no guest post requests. 🙂

More about me

Privacy Policy

You can also find me here:

  • Facebook
  • Instagram
  • Pinterest
  • RSS
  • Twitter
  • YouTube

Recent Posts

  • Free Travel Planning with Best Day Ever Vacations (Yes, It’s Completely FREE!)
  • Mom Must-Haves for a Basketball Tournament: The Ultimate Survival Guide
  • Why Spring Is the Sweet Spot for Family Vacation on Alabama’s Beaches
  • You’ll Get It When You Get Here: A Spring Break on Alabama’s Beaches That Actually Feels Like a Break
  • A Word for 2026

 

Search

How to Start a Blog

How to start a blog
We are a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for us to earn fees by linking to Amazon.com and affiliated sites.
  • Disney
  • Fitness
  • Travel
  • Family
If you’re planning a trip to Florida’s Forgotten C If you’re planning a trip to Florida’s Forgotten Coast, save this one. 🌊 #RentingTheCoastPartner

We stayed at Singing Waves in Cape San Blas, and it was everything we wanted in a beach getaway: beautiful views, plenty of space, and the kind of place that makes you slow down and actually enjoy vacation.

What really stood out, though, was Renting the Coast. They’re a locally owned, family run company that manages vacation homes throughout Cape San Blas, Port St. Joe, Mexico Beach, and the surrounding Forgotten Coast communities. 

Instead of managing hundreds of properties, they intentionally keep their inventory smaller so they can provide a more personal experience for both guests and homeowners. They’re known for being accessible, responsive, and focused on making sure every stay goes smoothly.

If Cape San Blas has been on your travel list, Singing Waves is absolutely worth checking out, and so is Renting the Coast’s collection of homes along Florida’s most underrated stretch of coastline. ☀️

Ready to start planning your own Forgotten Coast getaway? Click the link in my bio to explore available homes and find the perfect spot for your next beach vacation.

Have you ever visited Cape San Blas?

#beachhousegoals #capesanblas #portstjoe #rentingthecoast @rentingthecoast
Being an adult is basically realizing every month Being an adult is basically realizing every month comes with a new expense you weren’t expecting. 🙃 (ad)

We’re always looking for ways to be intentional with our family’s decisions, which is why we’ve been learning more about Liberty HealthShare and the healthcare sharing community they’ve built.

Have you ever looked into healthcare sharing before? If you are curious like me, check out the link in my bio or stories for info!

#libertyhealthshare #healthshare #healthyfamilies #parentingchallenges #momlifeunfiltered @libertyhealthshare
Thinking about staying at Loews Royal Pacific Reso Thinking about staying at Loews Royal Pacific Resort? #hosted

A few things we loved:

🌴 Tropical island atmosphere that actually feels like an escape from the parks

🚤 Water taxi access to Universal CityWalk and the parks

🚶 Easy walking path if you’d rather skip the boat

🎢 Unlimited Express Pass included for registered guests

🏊 Beautiful pool area with plenty of space to relax between park days

For us, it was the perfect balance of resort time and theme park time.
Have you stayed at Loews Royal Pacific Resort, or is it on your Universal wish list?

*Valid on both arrival and checkout day. Please see the Universal Orlando website for rules and regulations for the unlimited express pass. Not valid at Epic Universe or Volcano Bay. Park tickets purchased separately. 

#loewsroyalpacific #universalorlandoresort #universalorlandohotels #universalhotels @universalorlando
There should be a support group for millennials wh There should be a support group for millennials who still think we’re the “young adults” in the room… until a casual conversation reminds us otherwise. 😭

Please tell me I’m not the only one who’s been personally victimized by the passage of time and a perky Gen Z girlie. 😂

Drop your most humbling “wait… I’m HOW old?” moment below.

#millennialmom #millennialparenting #millennialmemes #millennialwomen #millennialwomen
#ad #BraunPartner Less time shaving. More time liv #ad #BraunPartner Less time shaving. More time living thanks to @BraunBeautyUS Smart IPL. ✨ 

I didn’t realize how much mental space hair removal was taking up until it just… wasn’t anymore. Between games, trips, and everything in between, having something I can do at home in minutes has been a total game changer. The app-guided treatments keep me consistent without having to think about it, and I’m already noticing smoother skin that actually lasts. And yes — the full-body, 10-minute-at-home situation still feels a little unreal. 

If you’ve been on the fence, Prime Day (June 14–27) is definitely the moment to check it out with $120 off. #BraunSmartIPL
Reasons our family loved Henderson Beach Resort: # Reasons our family loved Henderson Beach Resort: #HendersonPartner

💦 Multiple pools + lazy river

🍽️ Great dining options right on property

🌅 Gorgeous Gulf views and sunsets

🏖️ Beach chair rentals available right on the beach

👨‍👩‍👧 Family-friendly while still feeling like a luxury getaway

✨ The kind of place that makes you immediately start planning your next trip

Current offer:Book a minimum 2-night stay and receive a $100 resort credit for your stay! (check with the resort for current availability and details).

Would you choose the beach or the lazy river?

#DestinFlorida #HendersonBeachResort #DestinFWB #FloridaVacation @thehendersonfl
We didn’t set out looking for a “perfect” trip… we We didn’t set out looking for a “perfect” trip… we just needed a break from the noise.
What we found in Florida was something better than that. #ad

Our first stop in Auburndale was all about slowing down in the best way. We stayed in a cozy tiny home at Camp Margaritaville (you can also stay in an RV!). We enjoyed coffee on the porch, our daughter loved the pool and waterslide (there is even a splash zone for the littles!), and at night we slowed things down with s’mores instead of screens. It felt like nature + comfort + family time all finally in the same place. They have so many other amenities like mini golf, golf cart rentals, pickleball, a playground, cornhole, and more. Nearby, we explored the Florida Children’s Museum and had incredible food and drinks at Smith’s American Tavern and Black & Brew Coffee. 

Then, we headed over to Fort Myers to experience a completely different side of the state. Shelling walks at sunrise, beach volleyball, pool cabanas, and the kind of Gulf sunsets that make everyone go quiet for a minute. Direct beach access at the Margaritaville Beach Resort Fort Myers made it effortless to go from “let’s check it out” to toes in the sand in minutes. There were several restaurants on property, so we never even got in our car. That plus live music, fire pits, the spa, and lawn games made it easy to want to stay put and relax.

What stood out most wasn’t just the scenery… it was how easy it was to actually be together here. No rushing or overplanning. That’s the true Floridays feeling for me. Laid-back, a little unexpected, and exactly what we didn’t know we needed. 🌴☀️

@VISITFLORIDA @visitfortmyers, @visitcentralfl 
#VISITFLORIDA #LoveFL #MyFortMyers #MargaritavilleResorts FamilyTravel FloridaTravel TravelWithKids

Copyright © 2026 · Through Heather's Looking Glass · Theme by Bella Creative Studio

%d