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10 Road Trip Must Haves for a Family Vacation

February 4, 2025 | Travel

The following post contains affiliate links. We take a lot of road trips every year, so I would like to think that I am pretty well versed when it comes to the items I need to make one successful and as stress free as possible. Below are a few of my favorite items that help make a long road trip ...

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Flying or Driving to Disney World

January 17, 2022 | Travel

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  When planning a vacation to Florida, you may be trying to decide if you are flying or driving to Disney World. We have done both, although we drive much more often than we fly. When we went in November of this year, it was the first time we had flown with Emma Kate AND we stayed off ...

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Top Tips for a Road Trip

November 23, 2020 | Travel

As the clock struck midnight on the 31st of December 2019, we were all excited about the many plans that were to come for the great year of 2020. There were so many life and travel plans in motion, some trips booked, and the new year bringing with it great promises...Until March when Covid19 put a ...

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What a Week

August 10, 2015 | blogging, fitness, running

Hey guys! Last week was quite the whirlwind, and to say it was stressful would be an understatement. We don’t actually have the Orange Leaf just yet but very very soon. It has been kind of a nightmare week but hopefully the worst is behind us. I just wanted to give you a little peek inside of what ...

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Georgia on My Mind

June 21, 2013 | Travel

Happy Saturday! This weekend we are visiting the Atlanta area with my family. Most of you probably don’t know this, but I lived in the suburbs of Atlanta for nearly seven years as a small child. We came back to do some business and visit with some old friends and are having a great time so far! ...

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Finally Home

July 23, 2011 | Uncategorized

  Hi! It’s raining here, so no running today (not that my knee is cooperating anyway, ggrr…) Anyway, I made it home about 10:00 last night, and I am still tired this morning. luckily I have the rest of the weekend to catch up on sleep and unpacking etc. Yesterday morning we had breakfast and ...

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I am Heather Montgomery, a 30 something southern girl living in Knoxville, Tennessee with my husband Bobby, 10-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!
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🏖️ If you’re planning to visit Orange Beach 🏖️ If you’re planning to visit Orange Beach, Turquoise Place by Spectrum Resorts should be on your shortlist

Beachfront luxury, huge condo space (yes, private balcony hot tub!), and resort amenities that keep everyone happy: pools, a lazy river, direct beach access, and an easy, walkable location for dining and activities. (Ad)

But not only should you stay at @turquoiseplaceofficial but you should book directly through @spectrumresorts . Why? 

-10% off year round when you use my code LOOKGLASS on the spectrum website when you book your vacation! 

-Complimentary breakfast at the exclusive Spectrum Club Lounge (seasonal).

- 10% discount at retail and dining facilities during your stay when charged to your Spectrum Wristband (excludes alcohol).

-Cashless charging and keyless room entry for smooth transactions with your wristband.

-With more than 300 team members, your family will enjoy prompt, personalized service and attention.

-Scheduled resort activities are free to enjoy for guests who book direct with Spectrum Resorts.

There are so many reasons we love it here, I can’t even list them all. Be sure to save this post for later or send to the person you want to go on vacation with! 

#albeachblogger #turquoiseplace #orangebeach #orangebeachalabama
#ad No tricks, just treats for smart shoppers! 👻💳 

This Halloween season, @krogerco is giving 4x fuel points when you buy gift cards after clipping your digital coupon! I grabbed a hostess gift for a Halloween party and earned extra savings at the pump — it’s seriously the easiest way to gift and save. 
Whether you’re treating yourself before a costume party, picking up a hostess gift, or grabbing dinner after trick-or-treating, Kroger’s got gift cards for all your favorite spots — beauty, dining, and fashion. 🎯 

Clip your digital coupon at the link in my bio 🛒 
Pick up your gift cards in-store ⛽ 
Save at the pump at Kroger Fuel Centers. 
Offer ends 11/4, so don’t wait — head to your local Kroger and treat yourself to simple savings this Halloween! 🧡 

#KrogerPartner #KrogerGiftCards #Halloween4x #HalloweenSavings #SmartShopping #NoTricksJustTreats
A huge thank you to @disneystyle for gifting me an A huge thank you to @disneystyle for gifting me and Emma Kate this fun box of goodies to get in a Halloween spooky vibe !! 🎃 ✨

I love that Disney sells such a wide array of holiday merchandise, for all holidays. There truly is something for everyone in your family or on your shopping list! I listed all the brands in partnership with Disney in our box below. Which is your favorite? 

@oldnavy 
@bathandbodyworks 
@loungefly 
@wetnwildbeauty 
@zakdesigns 
@makeuperaser 
@disneybooks 

#disneystyle
I’m not suggesting you go into debt to go on vac I’m not suggesting you go into debt to go on vacation. But I am suggesting you remember that time is something you can’t get back, and memories are something that will stay with you longer than things. 🚢 

As we enter the holiday season, maybe it’s time to consider that long overdue vacation instead of quite so many things under the tree? Maybe a few less items for some time away to rest and recharge with loved ones?

@disneycruiseline is great for just that because they truly have something for everyone, from babies, kids, to adults. The cruise we just went on included beach time, pool time, an obstacle course, lots of eating, basketball, foosball, ping-pong, movie, watching, scavenger hunt finding, pirates (the nice kind!), ice cream, and so much more. ✨🫶🏻 

Always happy to answer questions about the most magical cruise line around! 

#disneycruise #disneycruiseline #disneywish #disneyvacation
🚢 A vacation should actually feel like a vacati 🚢 A vacation should actually feel like a vacation right? I hear too many people coming home from vacations with their kids that say they are exhausted and now need another vacation from their vacation. 

This is why I love @disneycruiseline. 💖

They have kids clubs included in the price of your cruise fare* that are open for a lot of the day and late into the night. This allows for adults only time at the adults only pool, restaurants, bars, and nightclubs. Not to mention, the kids absolutely have a blast. Mine never wanted to leave! 🫶🏻

it’s a win-win situation in my book. They get to go have some fun with other kids, and I get to relax and recharge on my vacation, and then we can also spend quality family time together as well! ✨

Send this to someone you are trying to convince to go on a DCL cruise with you! 😏

*included in cruise fare for kids clubs, not the nursery which is an extra charge. 

#disneycruise #disneycruiseline #disneywish #disneycruisekids #disneycruisevacation #cruisevacation
We absolutely love Orange Beach, it’s one of our We absolutely love Orange Beach, it’s one of our favorite places to visit and feels like home. 🫶🏻

There are so many great businesses with employees that make you feel like family. Here are a few we visited over fall break. Be sure to save this for your next visit to the beach! Have you been to any of these places? 🍊 

@coastalorangebeach: Not only a beautiful restaurant right on the gulf with amazing food, drinks, and servers, but also a really great store with amazing merch! We found some great stuff. If you go to the restaurant, ask for J-Mac to be your server and make sure to get a bushwhacker with a peanut butter floater! 😋 

@florabama_olerivergrill : Right on the bama/Florida line, this fun restaurant boasts beautiful sunsets, a fun cocktail menu (the key lime colada was amazing!) and you can even rent pontoon boats and jet skis from the marina, or take a dolphin cruise! 🐬 

@theorangebeachstore : I’ve passed this store 100 times but this was my first time inside and now I’m mad that I have been missing out all this time. They have a beautiful selection of really nice souvenirs from great brand names you already know and love. Great quality clothing and other things like blankets, cup, hats, and candles. I shopped forever! 

@fbyachtclub_ : The Flora Bama Yacht club is also right on the state line on the bay side and has fun live music, a really nice menu including crab claws, hummus, chicken pasta, and key lime pie. Service was great and we loved the live music. 

Thank y’all for having us! ✨
#florabama #coastalal #orangebeach #orangebeachalabama #orangebeachrestaurants #orangebeachdining #albeachblogger
But why are they like this? I even tell him “I d But why are they like this? I even tell him “I don’t want a Bobby-sized bite” and it’s still fit for a polar bear. 🍰 

#loveandmarriage #husbandsandwives #menbelike #orangebeachalabama #coastalal #marriedlifebelike

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