Kristi asked for an update on my husband, sorry it took me so long, things have been busy around here! Many of you who read my blog know that my when I started writing this blog my husband was recovering from an injury that occurred during a deployment in 2006. It is difficult to explain his injury, but basically he suffered a bilateral infusion of his inner ears during a rapid decent on an ...
Hollywood Studios Coming Soon…..
I haven't forgotten about our last theme park adventure. We returned tired and cold (how soon we get use to those beautiful Florida winters) and my husband is sick. I hope to get our Hollywood Studios adventure posted soon. It was truly an incredible day! ...
Vacation Day 2
Today was our "recover from the 15 hour car trip day." We basically relaxed at my mom's house and visited with family. The kids had a blast playing with their cousins and I went out to lunch with my sister-in-law. Tonight we headed to my in-laws house since they live a few minutes from the Magic Kingdom gates. We will home base from here as we go to the parks this week. We planned out the week ...
Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks Salute to Heroes 2009
Hats off to Anheuser-Busch Adventure Parks for continuing their Heroes Salute in 2009. In 2009 Anheuser-Busch Parks are offering: Complimentary admission for active duty military representing all five service branches, active members of a reserve or National Guard unit, and/or up to three direct dependents. Valid for one complimentary single-day admission per person, per year, to one of the ...
Christmastime at the Happy House
Hi and welcome to our home! We usually keep our outside decorations simple. (Translation- my husband doesn't like to hang outside lights) This year we picked out a wreath from our friend's greenhouse. It is beautiful. I usually only decorate a few rooms in our house. I once had many decorations, but after many moves, my decorations are dwindling. I am very excited that this year I have a ...
Christmas Shopping for Kids
Every year I face the same dilemma, my kids (who are normally broke) want to buy Christmas presents for their siblings. My dilemma is two-fold, one I don't like the idea of giving the kids money to purchase gifts, I think they should earn the money. Second, I hate extremely dislike standing in the dollar store with 5 kids trying to help them pick out Christmas gifts for each other. This year I ...