
Cruising into Summer: Our Royal Caribbean Adventure
We just got back from a 6-night Royal Caribbean cruise with 26 family members—and it exceeded expectations! Here’s our honest breakdown of how it compares to Disney Cruise Line when it comes to food, entertainment, onboarding, and overall family experience.

One Big Party: Planning for family gatherings (Without Losing Your Mind)

Get Cooking: Spinach, Crab, and Artichoke Dip
When the weather’s gloomy and the sun’s playing hide-and-seek, there’s nothing better than cozying up with something warm, cheesy, and downright irresistible. This Spinach, Crab, and Artichoke Dip (yes, we went there 😄) is the ultimate comfort food—packed with spinach, artichokes, a touch of crab, and baked to bubbly perfection. Scoop it up with crispy naan triangles, and you’ve got yourself a crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. Rainy day blues? Not on this dip’s watch!

Rediscover: Mom Era
Tips on rediscovering yourself in your mom era.

Get Life: Part Deux
Having a micro-preemie in the NICU can be a scary experience. Here’s our positive experience after spending 3 - 4 months in the NICU with our daughter.

Get Life: My experience having a micro-preemie.
My experience having a micro-preemie at 24 weeks.

Get Baking: Blueberry with Streusel Muffins
Easy and fluffy blueberry muffins with streusel!

Get Fancy: Braised Short Ribs
Braised short ribs at home!

Get Cooking: Crispy Chicken Sandwich for All
Barefoot Contessa - Crispy Chicken Sandwich with Herb Mayo.
Get Traveling: Disney Cruise Adventure
Contemplating on a Disney Cruise? Here are some things to consider and hopefully help you decide!