First plane ride

It’s winter, we are under feet of snow so I dream of warmer places. 

My friend Jude has been inspiring me to go back and re-live past vacations while dreaming of those to come. 

You should go visit her blog!

The book of Jude

She has a way with words… I am sure you will love to read about her adventures. 

👍👍👍

Fall 2008

We finally sold our previous house after carrying two mortgages for over 2 years. 

We should have taken the money and pay some debts but instead we booked a Disney vacations. 

We had been so reasonable for so long…

It was Emily’s first plane ride



She squealed on the way up and we had enough entertainment to keep her busy.  Overall, we learned that Emily is a good flyer. 

We booked the Animal Kingdom Lodge



On our first morning, we had a surprise for Emily….

A princess make-over for our princess



She was so small.  I can’t believe she’s as tall as I am now. 



Look at my princess!  So beautiful

We planned to meet characters 















Ride all the rides



Try everything we could



Meet cars…..



Walk with flamingos 



And touch dolphins

Emily even took her first ever picture of us



On a cold winter day, I dream of our next trip to Orlando….

Maybe this year???

Happiness

It’s not about being rich financially and being surrounded by perfect people doing everything they are supposed to when they are scheduled too. 

Happiness is finding a way to appreciate and be thankful for your own circumstances. 

For many, it’s easier said than done but with daily reminders to find little things that make you happy, you will find happiness. 

I am thankful for family

I am thankful for a stranger who became family and will do anything to make Emily smile



I am thankful for the food we can afford and that brings us together. 





I am thankful for hugs, kisses and silliness. 



I am thankful for the opportunity to see my nephews get older and for being spoiled by having my mom as a friend. 



I am happy and blessed. I know some people might think there is something wrong with me. I must be in denial, I have lost  loved ones and I have a child with special needs…

Well, it’s a choice I make daily. 

Happiness!