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Tips for an Adults Only Disney Trip

October 11, 2018 | blogging, Disney, tips, Travel

Update: This post on tips for an adults only Disney trip originally appeared in 2016, but I have updated it for 2018. Thanks for reading! It’s no secret I love Walt Disney World. When I tell some of my friends my husband and I are going alone to Walt Disney World for the weekend without Emma ...

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2017 Disney World Packages

June 22, 2016 | Disney, Travel, Uncategorized

Guess what? You can now book a Walt Disney World room or vacation package for dates in 2017! (499 days in advance, so currently as of end of June I can book through the end of October/beginning of November). 2017 Disney packages came out yesterday, and I have already been busy quoting for my ...

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Disney Princess Weekend: Friday

March 14, 2012 | Disney, family, fitness, running, Travel, Uncategorized

I know I have already told you about my royal welcome Thursday,  Jeff Galloway Meet Up, the Expo, the 5k and the half marathon, and my blogger meet up, but there were a lot of other fun times during my trip as well that I wanted to share with you. Friday after I met my mom, Karen and her mom at the ...

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Beyond the Parks Part 2

January 11, 2012 | Disney, family, running, Uncategorized

  In my last installment of beyond the parks of Disney world, we discussed golf, working out/spa, waterparks, water craft, afternoon tea, and bike rentals. Today I will discuss a few more of the hidden fun things to do while vacationing in Disney World beyond the standard theme park rides ...

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How It All Began

January 8, 2012 | Disney, fitness, Race Recaps, running, Uncategorized

  Funny story before I tell my story. Last night, my husband asked me if I planned on doing more vlogs for my blog. I told him of course, and told him about a couple of the ideas I had for some fun ones. I then told him about the post I was going to publish for Sunday (today, the one you are ...

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Aloha!

June 10, 2011 | Uncategorized

  Good morning! I am headed out for a run, but wanted to blog first about our stay at Disney’s Polynesian Resort for three nights before the cruise. We drove to Disney at 3 am on May 26th, and got there around 12:30. We were taken to the concierge check in, and our room was ready! We had the BEST ...

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What do I highly recommend?🌟

Taking a mommy “timeout” and getting away from your house, alone, for a few days to relax and reset. 

This has done me SO MUCH GOOD. Not only was it amazing to get to spend some one on one girl time with the most amazing human, my cousin, but we got our Christmas shopping done, ate lots of snacks, laughed, cried, slept, and stayed up until 1:00 am. 🫣

I knew I needed a break, but didn’t know how badly until I was here. I so sad to leave but also excited to be home with my family, recharged and ready to enjoy the holidays.🎄

Remember, you can’t pour from an empty cup. I KNOW this time of year is just so. Draining. Yall. It’s so hard. Take some time, whether is a few days or a few hours to do what feeds your soul. It will help you more than you realize! 

Also a huge s\o to @bobbymontg who didn’t bat an eye when I cried to him “I need to get away. I’m at my breaking point.” And then held down the fort all alone four days. #realMVP ❤️

Love yall and hope you are enjoying the holiday season! I drive home tomorrow and then it’s back to it! ❤️

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🌟 Calling all parents of 6th-8th graders! 🌟 🌟 Calling all parents of 6th-8th graders! 🌟 (ad)

As a former teacher and a mom, education and empowering young minds is super important to me. 

It’s time to unleash the civic champion in your kids with the National Civics Bee 🐝 by the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation! It’s more than a competition; it’s a journey to ignite civic passion and community impact. The portal is OPEN from Nov 13, 2023, to Jan 8, 2024 at nationalcivicsbee.org. 🗳️ Let’s empower the next generation of leaders and teach our kids the importance of being a good citizen! 🌐✨

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✨✈️ Embarking on a journey from Main Street ✨✈️ Embarking on a journey from Main Street magic to the heart of my kitchen, where my love for Dole Whip lives on as I whip up these tropical delights at home. 🏡💕 (#ad)

🌟💛 Recreating the Disney magic with DIY Dole Whips turns ordinary days and events into extraordinary ones with the goodness of fresh Dole Pineapples and Bananas! 🍍✨ From Candy Cane to Tamarindo, these recipes are a celebration of the season (not just for summertime!) and a testament to the versatility of Dole fruits. 🎄🍦

And guess what? 🛍️✨ Dole has just unveiled its first-ever Dole Whip® Merch Collection! 🎁 

Now, you can wear your love for the iconic Dole Whip® like me. 🎉 Snag yours at Dole.Shop and make your festive gatherings extra special! 🍍🌟

Psst... here’s an exclusive treat for my #DoleWhipLife crew! 🎁 Use code WHIPLIFE20 for a jolly 20% off at the Dole Shop, valid through 1/8/24. 🎅✨ Let’s celebrate the season in style with the coolest Dole swag and share the joy of DIY Dole Whips! 🍍🌈

#DoleWhipMemories #HomeSweetWhip #Dolewhiplife #dolewhiptheholidays 🏡🍦 @dolepics
Does anyone else have a hard time relaxing in thei Does anyone else have a hard time relaxing in their own house?

The past month I have worked harder than I have in my whole life. I’m ssooo thankful for my job, but I am seven kinds of burnt out. 

I’ve been working 13+ hour days 5 days a week, and working several hours on the weekends, and my health is suffering (physically and mentally!) Throw on top the personal things we have been going through and it’s been a lot. 

Bobby doesn’t “get it” but I am incapable of relaxing in my own house. I look around and there are too many things that need to be done. So if I truly want to relax, I have to leave my house so I’m not distracted by all the things. 

So I’m leaving for a few days. Yes it’s still my busy season but I have been working hard to work ahead so that I can do this. Plus I’m bringing my laptop so I can work while I’m gone.

So where am I going? While it won’t be warm enough to do as this photo suggests, I am going to the BEACH to visit my cousin and relax! 

Do I feel guilty? Yes. Do I feel like if I don’t do something to recharge for a few days I will have a breakdown? Also yes. There is no shame in admitting you need a break, even from the ones you love. We all need some alone time now and again!

So I am giving myself the gift of solitude and rest this year. Just for a few days. I leave today after EK’s basketball game, so if you want to see what I’m up to be sure to follow along, I will still be posting and working just with fewer distractions! 😝🫠

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#ad Have a tween that is hard to shop for? 💁🏻‍♀️

Also want a gift that gives back and teaches them about helping others? I have the perfect idea for you! 🌟

@earth_rangers adoption kits are a unique gift idea that help animals in need. 
Pick from the Common Loon, Harbor Seal, Jaguar, Polar Bear, Red Panda, Red Fox, River Otter, and the Western Bumblebee as your gift. 

Your child will get an adoption certificate, plush animal, and a poster with info about their animal. 

Every kit purchased makes a direct contribution to the protection of wildlife. It's a great reminder and teaching tool that the holidays are more about giving than receiving. What a great lesson to teach our kids!

Which animal would you choose? Have you started shopping yet?

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It's not happy people who are thankful, it's thank It's not happy people who are thankful, it's thankful people who are happy. 🦃 🙏🏼 ❤️

Happy Thanksgiving 🍁 

The amazing and talented @annabucklarphotography shot some fall photos for us and I am in love! If you live in the Knoxville area be sure to check her out! More to come! (Gifted)

Hair by @castudios865 

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I don’t want to be on Dateline. But I do love to I don’t want to be on Dateline. But I do love to listen to their podcast while I run. 🏃‍♀️ 

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