Be gentle with me today. This one felt particularly emotional. It’s the post I wrote on Whit’s birthday but didn’t publish. If you’ve been here for any length of time, you know I love birthdays. All birthdays, yes, but especially my boys’ birthdays. I look forward to them with the same excitement I did when… Read More
It’s the most wonderful time of the year and I am so excited to welcome you in for another season of twinkle lights, classic red ribbons and Christmas cheer. The house has been decorated for a few weeks now. You know I love getting everything up early so we can enjoy it fully, without scrambling… Read More
The Disney Destiny is the newest jewel in the Disney Cruise Line fleet, and she delivers an experience unlike any other ship at sea. With design elements rooted in the epic themes of heroes and villains, the Destiny leans into rich storytelling, dramatic theming and a sense of adventure woven into every corner of the… Read More
My Honest Review & Why We Love It For an elevated experience on any Disney Cruise Line sailing, I absolutely must recommend cruising concierge. We’ve sailed concierge countless times, and on each voyage I’m reminded why it has become such a favorite for our family. Think of it as the “club level” of Disney Cruise… Read More
October is here, and our inside Haunted Halloween Home Tour begins right where it should – in the entry foyer! Kindly step all the way in, please, and make room for everyone. There’s no turning back now. I layered a lacy spiderweb tablecloth over the everyday skirt on my entry table, and I love how… Read More
This is a post that is finally making it out of the drafts folders onto the blog. It’s been a long time coming! With that, I welcome to The Laurel Hotel & Spa, an marvelous destination where hospitality, education, and elevated service come together in flawless fashion. From the moment you set foot in the… Read More
We all know what they say about the best-laid plans. Like last year, I had planned and shopped for all of John’s favorite meals to enjoy in the week before his launch. Over the weekend, we organized all of his things in the garage and borrowed Sister’s behemoth car to start loading. This year was… Read More