Living in Orlando is like living inside a vacation dream—but with a side of reality. While it’s pretty great to have all the Disney magic, Legos, and rollercoasters just around the corner, it’s also a lot. It can be so easy for my kids, Ginny and Adam, to get lost in the excitement of it […]
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Life is all about change. Sometimes it’s the good kind, like a new baby or a dream job offer. And sometimes, it’s the “why did this happen to us?” kind, like having to move across the country in the middle of a pandemic (yeah, we did that). But whether the change is big or small,
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Let’s get real for a second—marriage isn’t all sunshine and rainbows, no matter how many couple selfies you post. Sure, there’s love, laughter, and, most importantly, a shared hatred of folding laundry. But marriage is also work. And mental health? Well, that can be a roller coaster, too. So, what happens when you need a
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Nathaniel and I recently had a moment that made me realize something: we were in a bit of a date rut. You know the one. The “let’s just grab dinner and then scroll on our phones” rut. Or the “we’re both exhausted from chasing Ginny and Adam around all week, so let’s just crash on
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Alright, fellow Orlando parents, I’m about to let you in on a little secret. While we all love the big theme parks (Disney, Universal, etc.), there are some spots around town that are way less crowded, but just as awesome. If you’re tired of the endless lines, the constant snack requests, and the heat (oh,
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So, it’s that time of year again—when the house is filled with the smell of pine, the kids are basically bouncing off the walls in excitement, and Nathaniel is trying his best to hang the Christmas lights without causing any major disasters (I’m looking at you, broken ladder incident from last year). But let’s be
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Hey, everyone! It’s Desi here, your go-to mommy blogger from sunny Orlando. As a mom of two energetic kiddos, I’m always on the lookout for fun and safe places to take them where they can burn off some energy and enjoy the great outdoors. Luckily, Orlando is packed with amazing public parks that cater to
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Hey there, amazing moms! It’s Desi from your go-to Orlando Mom Blog, and today I’m diving into a topic close to my heart: how to be the best boy mom. Raising boys is an adventure filled with energy, chaos, and countless moments of joy. Trust me, it’s a wild ride, and I wouldn’t trade it
Ways to Be the Best Boy Mom: Embracing the Adventure Read More »
In 1 Thessalonians 5:18 it says “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you”. Lately life has been a little overwhelming. It feels like there aren’t enough hours in a day. I could really use 2 or 3 more of myself to accomplish everything that needs
Good Morning All, I don’t have much time to write again but, my husband showed me an article this morning that I knew I had to write about. It was an article saying that research is starting to show that women being on the pill for over almost 50 years now is changing how women
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