Gipson Play Plaza at Dix Park
The City of Raleigh is getting a real treat and destination spot with its newest playground. Gipson Play Plaza opens in Dix Park next week. We were invited to attend a preview event and check…
Secure your MagicBand
MagicBands are a fun Disney accessory that were first introduced in 2013. Initially they were a simple solid color band that was free with your reservation. Now, the current version is the MagicBand+ and will…
Here Come the Grannies Costumes
Sometimes our Book Character Day costumes get their start from tv shows. My daughter’s love of Bluey led us to choosing The Grannies for Book Character Day this year. And, yes, there is a book…
DIY Tote Bag Scarf
Disney Cruise Line has gifts for members of their Castaway Club (ie, return cruisers). We’ve ended up with a couple of tote bags on recent sailings. I really like their size and use them on…
Raina Costume
One of my daughter’s favorite authors is Raina Telgemeier. She owns and has read many of her graphic novels multiple times. When asked what character she wanted to dress up as for Book Character Day…
Author Event with Ruby Bridges
I remember learning about Ruby Bridges as a child in the 1980s. Desegregation felt so far behind us then. Today, I realize how much closer we are to that moment than many realize. The little…
50 States Photo Album
About a decade ago, I set a goal of visiting all 50 states. I ended up making a spreadsheet for all 4 of us to see where we had been and plan future adventures. While…
Birthday Celebration on a Disney Cruise
A Disney Cruise is extra magical when it’s part of your birthday celebration. Here are 6 fun ways we found to add to that magic while staying on a budget. Stateroom Decor Disney Cruise Line…
