A vacation with an only child can be a unique experience, since your kiddo won’t have siblings to play with. Let’s face it parents, when you have one child, YOU become the sibling/person to play with. So how do you get some time to yourself when you travel? Here are some tips to make the most of your vacation with an only child: Encourage Social Interaction: Since your child won’t have siblings to play with, encourage them to interact with other children they meet during your trip. This could be at a playground, beach, or kids’ club at the resort. It’s a great way for them to make new friend ..read more

Back in the day, I used to frequent blogging conferences a lot. I even spoke at a few. I loved meeting like minded people, getting new ideas, and connecting with brands. As I got farther along in my writing journey, I found the educational tracks to not make sense for me, but I still went anyway to meet up with others and have fun. Then Covid hit, and conferences all but disappeared. I haven’t been to one since maybe 2017 or 2018….so suffice to say, it’s been a minute. When I heard about Southern Travelers Explore last year, I was so excited until I realized it was already sold out. Womp Womp ..read more

Hey there, content creators and budding influencers! This ebook is a long, LONG time coming, and I am so ready and excited to introduce you to it! I have been in the content creation space for 14 years, back before there were books and courses. We learned by making mistakes. Big mistakes. I do NOT want you to make the same ones, so I created this ebook to help you get to the next level, but a lot faster than I did! The things in this ebook are things I would tell myself if I could go back in time. So, I want to ask you, are you tired of spinning your wheels, endlessly scrolling through Instagr ..read more

I can’t believe it’s almost graduation season again – a time filled with nostalgia and excitement, where the air is buzzing with anticipation and the promise of new beginnings. Last year was my 20th anniversary of graduating high school, but it still feels like it was yesterday. The thrill of finally reaching the culmination of years of hard work, the excitement of celebrating with friends and family at a party at my house, and the anticipation of what the future held as I prepared to head to college. It was truly one of the best times of my life.  And now, as another generation of gradua ..read more

Disclosure: We were hosted at the resort by TradeWinds, however, all opinions are my own. TradeWinds RumFish Beach Resort in St. Pete, Florida, is a hidden gem nestled along the stunning Gulf Coast. This tropical paradise offers everything you need for an unforgettable family vacation or a romantic getaway. From pristine beaches to world-class amenities, TradeWinds RumFish Beach Resort has it all. Why Stay at TradeWinds RumFish Beach Resort? Breathtaking Location: Situated on the white sands of St. Pete Beach, TradeWinds RumFish Beach Resort boasts an unbeatable location. Guests can soak up ..read more

When you are in a position of having to move, or move home, it is the kind of experience that can be very stressful. Even if you are not hoping or wanting to move at the moment, it can be necessary at some point or another, so it’s always good to be prepared. You want everything to go as smoothly as possible, of course, and you also want efficiency, and to not spend all of your money. All in all, it’s something that you have control of as long as you approach it in the right way. In this post, we are going to take a look at some of the steps you can take to make moving, or even moving home, mu ..read more

Preparing for a beach day involves more than just remembering your sunscreen and towel. Often, it’s the little things that make a big difference in your comfort and enjoyment. From unexpected needs to ensuring convenience and cleanliness, here are ten often-forgotten beach trip essentials you should pack for your next seaside adventure: (Post contains affiliate links) 1. Scissors: While it may not be the first thing that comes to mind, a pair of scissors can be surprisingly handy at the beach. Whether you need to cut fishing line, trim a loose thread from your beach attire, open food items, o ..read more

Disclosure: We were provided race bibs by runDisney for the Wine and Dine 5k as part of a media event, however all opinions are my own. Back in November, my family attended the WDW Fitcation media trip, where we learned all about the numerous ways to stay fit and keep up with healthy eating habits while on vacation. One of the things we were fortunate enough to participate in was the runDisney Wine and Dine 5k. This one was special, as it was my 9 year old daughter’s very first 5k. She has watched me participate in races many times, and I am so glad I got to experience her first with her. Here ..read more

So I just realized today that I never wrote a 9 year old post for Emma Kate! Better late than never, right? I also realized I wrote her 8 year old post last January as well instead of September. Oops. It’s been busy, yall. When she was sick last month, she weighed in at 72 pounds, and is 4’9.5″ inches tall. That’s the 96th percentile for height and 81st for weight. Like last year, we spent a day at Dollywood for her birthday since it fell on a Sunday, and my parents were able to join us. Her birthday party was at a skating rink…even though she had never skated before. It was a lot of fun tho ..read more

Happy New Year’s Eve! I know I usually do a Christmas post…but this year I didn’t. I actually took a few days off, and it was so nice! So you get a Christmas and New Year’s post in one! I hope you all had a lovely holiday with those you love. We stayed in town and have been just hanging out and enjoying some down time in this “weird week” in between the holidays. Now we are at my parent’s house celebrating 2024 arriving tonight at midnight. This year has been crazy but mostly good. If you had asked me in mid October I would say it was the best year we have had in a long time. We had a rough la ..read more