Exploring Disney Through Three-Year-Old Eyes

It’s been a long time since we had a pre-schooler in Walt Disney World Resort. With Jordan just celebrating her 11th birthday, we haven’t traveled with a “little” in the parks for at least six years. So when Born Just Right mom, Rachel, set up a day to play with us in Disney’s Animal Kingdom…

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A New Year After an Epic Adventure

2016 was one big adventure for Jordan. And she wrapped it up on a two-week epic level after I put together a two-week land and sea Disney trip that I will never be able to match again. First, our family had a chance to travel to Walt Disney World Resort and enjoy six nights at…

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Chewbacca knows how to give great hugs

I have serious things to write about the school year, about the maker work and inclusive design. But a combination of travel, kid activities, my job and my work on the Disney Parks Moms Panel has prevented me from taking some serious time to sit down and write serious stuff. So why not another amazing story…

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A very special Finding Nemo The Musical experience

For years, our visits to Animal Kingdom Theme Park at Walt Disney World Resort must include two things: Riding Expedition Everest and seeing a showing of Finding Nemo The Musical. Finding Nemo became a big part of our lives ever since Jordan was born. Back when she was a newborn and Cameron was in the…

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That Time We Rode Expedition Everest 11 Times

I have so many stories to share from this year… Life has been non-stop, especially since May. I thought I’d share awesome moments and learnings. Why not start with one of my favorite memories when Jordan and I visited Walt Disney World Resort this past May. That’s when Jordan and I had an opportunity of…

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Dream Big, Princess Innovator

My head is still spinning a little after this past long weekend. Jordan was given a one-of-a-kind invitation by Disney Parks: To receive a special award for her innovative work in the limb difference community. It’s a part of a campaign called Dream Big, Princess. I’ve written time and time again how I consider Jordan…

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A Special Visit to Orlando

Jordan and I are on our way to one of my favorite places in the world: Walt Disney World! We’re taking part in some very special things this weekend and I can’t wait to share all of the details. One detail I can share right now is our chance to attend the Invictus Games Opening…

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Why I made Disney a big part of 2015

Year after year, I’ve had opportunities to visit Walt Disney World Resort and recently some at Disneyland. There were some times when I got to go with the family, other times were on my own or with Randy. In the last year, all of those experiences happened within a 12 month period. Our family ended 2014 and…

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