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Hi Friends...it is Tuesday and I am linking up with Andrea over at momfessionals for Show and Tell Tuesday. Today's topic is TRAVELOUGE...I am going to highlight some of my most recent fun vacations!!!

1) Disney World

Recently we went to Disney World. This was the first theme park experience my husband and I have had and we have been together 11 years (married 8). I enjoyed Disney as an adult. My favorite rides were Soarin (at EPCOT), Mt. Kilimanjaro (Animal Kingdom) and of course Space Mountain (Magic Kingdom). We enjoyed yummy food at California Grill (Contemporary Resort), Japanese at EPCOT and many many Mickey Mouse ice cream bars.



2) Alaska

June 2016 we went on a family cruise to Alaska with my inlaws, brother in law and then husband and I. It was so nice to escape the warm temperatures of Louisiana and Texas and explore Alaska. We saw bears, hiked a glacier and went dog sledding. We are returning in May of 2018 for another Alaskan adventure.














3) Vail, CO

Each year in either February or March my husband and I take a ski vacation to Vail, CO. My husband grew up skiing Vail. We know the mountain, village and restaurants and it is something we look forward to every year.







Tuesday, May 23, 2017 1 comments
Let me just start by saying we had a WONDERFUL, MAGICAL, UNFORGETTABLE (in more than one way trip). Traveling with my husband is always a comedy of errors and we have a running joke that there is a BEASON curse with traveling. We never seem to be able to get anywhere without some sort of flight delay, lost bags, etc.

We had a 7 day trip (6 park days) planned to DISNEY WORLD which turned in 6....


We did a park a day and I believe this is the best way to do your trip in my opinion. We had one day at each of the 4 parks and then planned another day at Magic Kingdom and EPCOT.

The day we left we were expected to arrive at the Orlando airport at 6ish P.M. plenty of time to ride the Disney Magical Express to the hotel, get luggage and get cleaned up for dinner out RIGHT?!?! Well, our flights out of Shreveport got delayed and we arrived in Orlando at 1130 PM. Thankfully our luggage arrived at the hotel before we even did. It went on a separate flight and if you book though a Disney travel agent and get Disney Magical Express you don't have to fight baggage claim and getting your luggage Disney takes it to your resort for you.

We stayed at the Contemporary Resort which was wonderful because it had a Chef Mickey and the monorail we could grab at the rest for EPCOT and Magic Kingdom. To go to Animal Kingdom and Hollywood Studios we grabbed a bus.


Day 1....Magic Kingdom

We had fast passes for the Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, Space Mountain and Peter Pan's Flight. Fast passes are awesome because you don't have to wait in line for rides. Once you use your 3 fast passes for the day you can continue making more.

We also road the Big Thunder Mountain, the Tea Cups, It's A Small World, Toy Story/Buzz Lighyear ride, Haunted Mansion and walked around the Swiss Family Robinson house. We of course enjoyed Mickey Mouse ice cream bars and watching the parade. We left the park about 730 to come back to the hotel to rest and get ready for a late dinner at our hotel. Dinner at California Grill was amazing and for sure a must when we go back.





Day 2...EPCOT

I love exploring all the countries at EPCOT....we spent the first part of the day at the front and then worked our way to the countries.

We had fast passes for Soarin', Meet the Characters and Mission:SPACE.

I really enjoyed SOARIN' the best...you sit in a seat and then it lifts you and you feel like you are gliding through different countries. We meet Minnie, Mickey and Goofy at the character spot and then Mission Space...fun fact it is 18 stories tall. They have added a fun little thing at the end which predicts your future with technology and such. We were at Epcot during the Garden Festival so there were lots of flowers and even a butterfly garden we walked through.





We explored some of the countries but I got a little sick so we returned to the hotel for the evening around 8.

Day 3-6 continued later....
Tuesday, May 16, 2017 1 comments
Today I am liking up for What's Up Wednesday and sharing what has been going on lately....

What We're Eating This Week....

On my meal plan the last few weeks my trainer has had an egg muffin with either an egg added or jam. Talk about yummy!!! It is literally like having a sausage and egg muffin from McDonald's without all the added guilt. I also get greek yogurt, fruit and honey. Talk about a very filling, yummy breakfast.

What I'm Reminiscing About...

I am ready for a vacation. This year we have been able to go to Sweden and soon will visit Disney World. I am excited for a mini getaway with the hubby.





What I'm Loving...

The latest launch of Stella and Dot Spring Line...I love my taj cluth and all the bright fun colors for Spring!! I love my Gita tassel earrings and my Ezra statement necklace also featured in pictures 2 and 3.




What We've Been Up To...

Unpacking, campaigning for my dad who is running for City Council, and work



What I'm Dreading...

Nothing really right now....

What I'm Working on...

House, Packing for Disney and Work

What I'm Excited About...

Disney World


What I'm Watching/Reading..

The Reason for God...I am starting a new series with my Small Group this evening

What I'm Listening To...

I am not much of a music person...I listen when in the car but nothing specific...I am trying to find some new songs for my running play list though.

What I'm Wearing...

Bright Fun Colors!!!


What I'm Doing this Weekend..

Hosting a Stella and Dot trunk show, going to a bridal shower for my old cheerleading coach and relaxing.

What I'm Looking Forward to Next Month...

Heading to Disney for a week long vacation




What Else is New....

Nothing really....

Bonus Question....

What is your favorite Spring/Summer shoe?

I live in flipflops and wedges!!!






Wednesday, April 26, 2017 1 comments
Today I am linking up with Narci, Andrea and Erika as I do some Friday's for today's edition of Friday Favorites....

At the end of March, my hubby and I closed on a house in Temple, TX and can I say how happy my heart is to be back in the great state of TEXAS!!!!


This week I have been busy painting the laundry room and getting the appliances delivered. The house was built in the 60s and things are just bigger these days...example the fridge and washer/dryer.



While the week has been busy I still find it very important to prep my meals and here is an example of my fresh veggies and rice cooking.


P.S. I am at my parent's and I love my all my mom's Mackenzie Child's pieces such as her teapot.

Thursday my mom and I took a quick girls' trip to AUSTIN, TX and I just love the butterflies at Neiman Marcus!!! Butterflies always remind me of my grandmother who passed in High School and she loved Neiman's so I always think of her when I see them.


I got a few cute dresses and some tops and pants at Banana Republic I will be sure to show later. :-)

Hope you all have a great weekend!!

XOXO
Kelli


Friday, April 07, 2017 1 comments
Today I am linking up with Shay, Sheaffer and Mel for What's Up Wednesday and answering these questions....

What We're Eating this Week...well in about 7 weeks the hubby and I are going to Disney World. I want to look lean and toned in my shorts and my swimsuit so I have been on my meal prep. I have 5 small meals a day that include protein (talipia, shrimp, chicken or turkey), rice and lots of veggies. I try to prepare all my food in advance so I am prepared for the week.

My favorite meal on my prep is always BREAKFAST. This week I get oatmeal with berries, Greek yogurt and honey!! YUMMY

What I'm reminiscing about...I am wishing I was on SPRING BREAK!! I used to be a school teacher and would enjoy the week either skiing or on a cruise.



What I'm Loving...

The warmer temperatures....I am loving it is cool in the morning and warmer in the afternoon. I have been enjoying wearing dresses and my favorite new GITA earrings from the Stella and Dot line.




What We've Been up to...packing and moving. I am in TX now...I also got my new car this week!!



What I'm Dreading...UNPACKING. We are closing on a house Friday and getting everything moved and settled will be a task. Boxes, boxes and more boxes.

What I'm Working On...I have started a new job and that is keeping me very busy. I am working with my father now and learning the business...more details later.

What I'm Excited About...

TEXAS!!! I love all the bluebonnets I see daily. I also am excited about the launch of Stella's Summer line there are so great new fun pieces!!



What I'm Waching/Reading

Grey's and Scandal



What I'm Listening To..

What every is on the radio and the Trolls and Sing soundtracks while running. :-)


What I'm wearing...

lots of dresses and fun new SPRING things. :-)

What I'm doing this weekend...

Closing on my house in TX and having a date night with the hubby!

What I'm looking forward to next month...

EASTER

What else is new....

Just busy, busy, busy trying to manage moving, a new house and a new JOB.



Wednesday, March 29, 2017 No comments
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