Cody’s Walt Disney World Birthday Surprise

I knew before we left Walt Disney World in early May of this year that we would go back again very soon. We had never been twice in one year before, but this year is special because Cody turned 18 and I couldn’t think of a better birthday surprise than to take him to his […]

I won’t go to Funtown Splashtown USA without a cooler ever again

For the last several years we’ve made an annual trip to Funtown Splashtown USA, a family amusement park in the southern part of our state. It’s a solid two-hour drive in each direction and we are at the mercy of Paul’s demanding work schedule and the weather when trying to plan the trip during Maine’s […]

Travel with a Special Needs Child & Tips for Airport Security

On our recent trip to Walt Disney World the first stop we made upon entering the Magic Kingdom park was guest services to request the Guest Assistance card for Cody. It basically offers us the opportunity to avoid long lines and use an alternate entrance or sometimes the fast pass entrance. It’s a true benefit […]

Incredible Firsts

Every time I talk about our recent trip to Walt Disney World or show someone our photos, the word first seems to fall from my lips several times during the conversation. The initial uttering of that word, and really the most significant, is that my family and I were guests for the Disney Social Media […]

A little Disney surprise

We’ve been to Walt Disney World two times as a family. Both times Paul and I surprised the kids at the very last minute. Seeing their faces was priceless, knowing in that very moment they would be leaving for the most magical place on earth. I love surprises, but I’ll be the first one to […]

I’m on a mission

All kids ask for stuff. Whether it’s the newest video game or money to go to a movie or a school dance, the want is there. When it comes to this time of year, most kids can also make a Christmas wish list a mile long. Ask them what they want and they will gladly […]

I’m feeling a little stressed right now

I’m beyond excited. Not only am I leaving in less than two weeks for an amazing blogging conference, BlogHer, but it also happens to be in my most favorite city, San Diego. When my husband and I were first married we lived in San Diego. As a matter of fact, we lived about a five minute walk from […]