The day before school started, we loaded up the SUV and headed for Holiday World. Holiday World is one of those places we joked about for years. Located in Santa Claus, Indiana and surrounded by miles of farmland, the holiday-themed park seemed sort of… hokey. The whole thing brought to mind a real-life Wally World […]

> I went to Walt Disney World over the weekend with the intent of writing honestly about my experience. I had read more than a few glowing accounts of Disney from various mom bloggers who’d been invited for a visit, and figured they were wildly embellished. Well, I’ve got news for you, people. They weren’t. […]

Admit it. Disneyland creeps you out just a little bit, doesn’t it? I mean, I love its retro feel and tacky nostalgia and I most definitely love Space Mountain. What I don’t love are all of the grown-ups milling around in matching t-shirts, not to mention the ones who come dressed head-to-toe in expensive, “adult” […]

There’s a reason the Caribbean islands are so popular — Their transparent turquoise waters and sugary beaches inspire visions of a dream vacation filled with tropical sunshine, snorkeling, frozen drinks, and blissful relaxation… not to mention a killer Instagram feed. But choosing which Caribbean resort or island to visit can be overwhelming. Thanks to various […]

Wondering what to do with kids in Sandy Springs? My family spent a weekend there and discovered fabulous food, scenic parks, unique shopping, and one very awesome playground, all just minutes away from Atlanta. Read all about our experience and you’ll see why Sandy Springs is a great place for your family to spend a […]

Last weekend, my family drove to Monteagle in Tennessee for a hike on the famous Fiery Gizzard Trail. The full trail is 12 miles long and includes a very steep rock climb up the wall of a gorge in order to make it to the end– However, my husband assured me that we would only […]

Thanks to the Hilton Sandestin Beach for hosting my family on our beach adventure! I think my entire family would agree that our best moments come when we travel together, so we try to do it as often as possible. We’re definitely on the adventurous side– We love experiencing new things and exploring different terrains– […]

Dear Bruiser, What a year you’ve had! It’s safe to say that seven has been your best year yet. 365 days ago, you were still a little boy. Today, you’re a big one. This time last year, you were still showing up in our room every morning at four a-m, whispering, “Can I sleep with you guys?” and […]

I said in my last post that I’m writing less now about my kids- which is true — at least here on this blog. The truth is, though, that I write about them plenty on Facebook. It just seems better suited for the subject. For one thing, they often say funny or perceptive things that […]

Can it really be December 31st? 2014 has flown by and brought with it so many twists and turns. As I look back over the last year, I can’t believe all that’s happened in just 365 days. All in all, 2014 has been a very family-focused year. I’ve made a conscious decision put most of my […]