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Animal Kingdom Lodge – June 2024
H – O – M – E There’s something truly enchanting about Animal Kingdom Lodge—it has a way of making you feel right at home. The moment you step into the lobby of Jambo House, you’re greeted by a delightful blend of spices and campfire scents that wrap around you…
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Summer Bucket List
I adore the vacation vibe of summer, especially when it involves relaxing by the pool or lounging on the beach. What I’m not as fond of is the relentless summer heat—at least when I’m not soaking it up by the water. You know what I mean? When I’m basking in…
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New Name, Same Blog
I started this blog to document my journey as a new(ish) parent to two lively little boys, sharing both the highs and lows of parenthood. While I still plan to cover those experiences, I’m shifting the focus to our life as a new(ish) special needs family, Disney lovers, and dining…
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Teaching Kids Consent
Boy1 has a habit of over-touching. It’s not out of malice—though he can become aggressive when frustrated—but rather from his reliance on physical touch as a means of communication. He’s grown so accustomed to reaching out to others that it’s become a bit too second nature. To address this, we’ve…
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Dining with Kids: Chinese Express (Summerville, SC)
While buffets might spark some debate in the post-COVID era, I’m not letting that hold me back. There’s something undeniably satisfying about a good buffet, and I’m always up for a little adventure—both culinary and immune-system-wise. Recently, we took the kids to a Chinese buffet, and it was a hit!…
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F* the Norm, You Do You
Societal norms have always been a bit of a puzzle to me. I’ve never been one to follow the conventional path simply because it’s expected. Sure, opting for a less traditional route has made things more challenging at times, but I don’t regret it. In fact, I’m genuinely happy with…
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Things I Wish I’d Known in High School
I recently came across an incredible graphic by @positivelypresent (definitely check her out on Facebook or Instagram for daily inspiration) that shared some invaluable advice she wished she’d known in high school. It really got me thinking about how impactful such guidance could be for both current high schoolers and…
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Themed Dinner Nights
I’m sorry for the lack of posts the last couple weeks. I’ve been having a time gettingI apologize for the recent radio silence on the blog. The past few weeks have been a whirlwind of disorganization. With our home on the market, it feels like we’ve been stuck in limbo…
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Raising Boys
Raising boys is no easy feat—it’s definitely not for the faint of heart. Boy1 is mostly nonverbal and communicates primarily through physical gestures. This means that when he wants attention, he might tap someone’s shoulder, arm, or back. Sometimes it’s a gentle tap, other times it’s an enthusiastic slap. While…
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Find Your Tribe
I The other day, while scrolling through social media, I came across a quote that struck a chord with me: “I cannot stress enough how important it is to find a like-minded tribe who believes in you so ferociously that on the days you feel like you can’t, they remind…
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