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2019 Wine & Dine Half Marathon Medals Revealed!

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YAY!! Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts

YAY!! Epcot’s International Festival of the Arts (aka FARTS 🤣) starts today! This is my absolute favorite festival Disney puts on. There are so many fun family activities, innovative food stands, low crowds and of course, lots of Figment! 💜
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The festival runs through February 22nd and I will be sharing some of my favorite experiences over the next few weeks. If you can’t get there this year, I highly recommend thinking about it for 2022! 🎨🌈
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Have you been to a festival at Epcot? Which one is your favorite? 🎨🌸🧀🍷
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#epcotarts #artfulepcot #artfulepcot2020 #festivalofthearts #artsfestival #epcotinternationalfestivalofthearts #epcotinternational #epcot #disney #disneynews #waltdisneyworld #disneyworld #wdw #wdwnews #disneytravel #disneyfamily #disneyfam #disneykids #disneytravelplanner #disneytravelagent #travelplanner #travelagent #disneyparks #disneylife #travel #familytravel #disneyphoto #figment

Spring Into Magic! Today, Disney released a new va

Spring Into Magic! Today, Disney released a new vacation offer that can save you up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort hotels for stays most nights April 18th through July 10th. If you’ve been on the fence about taking a trip this Spring, now is the time to book!
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Travel is very different these days and Disney has been going above and beyond to make sure guests are safe at the resort. This includes reduced park capacity, health screenings, enhanced cleaning, physical distancing on all transportation, a “Book With Confidence” cancellation policy and so much more to ensure your safety.
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How are you feeling about travel in 2021?
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#disneytravel #traveldisney #travel2021
#travelplans2021 #disneyresorts #disneydiscount #disneyoffer #springintosavings #discountdisney #disneytravelplanner #coronadosprings #grandestinotower #disneysafety #2021travel

At the beginning of every year, I pick a word that

At the beginning of every year, I pick a word that expresses the spirit of all I want to manifest in the months to come. It is part of a New Year ritual I have been doing the past 4 years thanks to @bexlife. The more I thought about what I wanted my word to be this year, the harder it was becoming to narrow it down to just one word. There were two I kept coming back to: FOCUS & JOY. These will be my words.
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I will focus on the task at hand and what must be done to achieve my goals, both personal and professional. No matter how big or small, I will break them down into small, manageable tasks to avoid overwhelm. More lists (I love lists) and more dedication of my time - really focus!
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Through it all, I will remain joyful, even through adversity. We as humans tend to focus and dwell on the negative, which hinders us from making progress. I know it has been a HUGE hurdle for me in my life. Going forward, I will strive to find the joy in all the moments and spread that out into the world. If we work on this together, we can keep moving forward and work to heal the world.
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Do you have a word for 2021? What’s your focus 😃 for the year?
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#wordoftheyear #wordfor2021 #2021word #2021goals #keepmovingforward #focusandjoy #bejoyful #focusfor2021 #joyin2021 #iloveyou #letshealtheworld #healtogether #lovewins

This is one of my favorite photos of this year. It

This is one of my favorite photos of this year. It seems to wrap up all of the highs and lows of 2020 into one perfect picture. 🌊
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This was in mid-April at the height of lockdown and uncertainty around the pandemic. C and I went down to the beach at high tide just after a storm. The world around us was in chaos as the wind was whipping and the waves were crashing, yet we were in a state of bliss. Running up and down the beach, smiling and laughing. A simple reminder that no matter what is going on around us, we have the power to find the joy and the love in every moment. Little did I know at the time that this was to be a running theme for the rest of the year.
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Going into 2021, I am making a promise to myself to continue to embrace the chaos for what it is, a passing moment in time, and live everyday with authenticity, joy and love. I release the need to please others, all my self doubt and my self sabotaging behaviors. I am at peace with my decisions because they have led me here, exactly where I’m supposed to be. I have hope that we are on the right path.
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So, cheers to a Happy New Year for you and your loved ones. 🥂 The hardships will continue, but it is how we choose to deal with them that will determine our successes this year. I wish for you a year full over love, happiness and prosperity, no matter what curve balls the universe decides to throw at us this time. We’ve got this! ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜🖤🤎🤍
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#goodbye2020 #hello2021 #keepmovingforward #joyinchaos #wegotthis #let2020go #travelin2021 #travelplanner #wewillgetbetter #cheerstothenewyear #embracethechaos

This is a week of reflection and tonight’s full

This is a week of reflection and tonight’s full moon ties all of that together. I’ve been thinking a lot about the insanity of the year and trying to pull out the lessons and the positivity. Reflecting on what I’ve learned and what I can take with me moving forward. There is so much to unpack.
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Looking at my top nine photos from this year, I see love, joy and renewal. I see new adventures, as well as a longing for a life that once was with a sprinkling of anxiety on top. They remind me that I can persevere, whether it’s my health, my career, my family....I will overcome the hardships and come out the other side stronger than before. That is something I will definitely take with me and be able to look back on with pride when I think of 2020.
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What lessons from this year will you be taking with you as we move forward?

Happy Holidays from my family to yours ✨💕 . T

Happy Holidays from my family to yours ✨💕
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This has certainly been a year like no other! Every day seemed to be filled with a different emotion...joy, sorrow, hope, fear, love, anxiety. We have had to adapt to unimaginable situations and have sadly said goodbye to cherished loved ones. Through all of it, our strength has emerged and we have become more resilient because of the tough times.
Wishing you and your family peace, love & joy for the year to come 🥰✨

Christmas Eve looks very different this year as th

Christmas Eve looks very different this year as this is typically the night we celebrate with our extended family at my Dad’s house. While I’m sad not to see everyone, there is a silver lining. We have never spent Christmas at home and I’m excited about it!
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We will be celebrating with our small family of 6 (3 humans & 3 felines) and keeping on with family traditions even though we’re not all together. I’m grateful for this time, this glitch in the matrix.
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How have your holiday traditions changed this year?
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#christmas2020 #holidaytraditions #christmascats #christmascatsofinstagram #hogwartsexpress #christmastreecat #newtraditions #glitchinthematrix #missmyfamily #merrychristmas

Do you want to build a snowman? ⛄️ Sometimes a

Do you want to build a snowman? ⛄️
Sometimes all it takes is a little snow to get you to slow down and enjoy the simple pleasures that this beautiful life has to offer.
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It’s no secret that I don’t enjoy the cold weather, but this kid has been talking about building another snowman for 2 years and how could I say no to that. He was beyond excited to get out and play in the snow and that kind of joy is infectious. B and I did most of the work since it wasn’t the best snow for building, but he was a fantastic supervisor and was great at putting the arms on 😆 We all smiled, laughed and just lived so happily in the very cold moment.
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What if did these things more often? What if we all tapped into our childlike joy and wonder a bit more? What if we pushed aside the fear, doubt, anger and judgments and simply let that joy radiate from our hearts? Imagine how beautiful that world would be. 💕✨😌
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#doyouwanttobuildasnowman #buildasnowman #spreadjoy #spreadlove #spreadkindness #newenglandlife #winterstorm #heartcenter #radiatejoy #radiatelove

We visited Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort 6

We visited Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort 6 years ago around The Holidays and it is one of my most favorite vacations. The resort is serene and peaceful, a perfectly relaxed location Plus, it has top-notch Disney service and detailing you would expect and one of their resorts.
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Hilton Head has so much to offer, even in the winter months. It’s not just beaches and golfing. We went in on ecological tour of the marshland, ate at delicious local restaurants and visited a winery. It’s such a laid back locale 😌
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Have you ever visited Hilton Head? What did you do there?
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#hiltonheadisland #hiltonhead #disneyhiltonhead #disneyhiltonheadislandresort #disneychristmas #disneychristmasdecorations #disneybambi #holidayvacation #christmasvacation #disneyholiday

After a cold, gloomy, wet day, the universe gave u

After a cold, gloomy, wet day, the universe gave us this to welcome in the New Moon and seal today’s solar eclipse. 😻🌚🔥
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I don’t know about you, but I have felt very out of sorts lately. Uneasy, unsettled, fragmented. Today feels like a rebirth, an opportunity for new possibilities. I feel ready for change and for new adventures. It may take some time, but good things are in the horizon. Things feel positive and good 🥰
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Checking in: How are you feeling lately? What support do you need in your life?
No matter what...I love you 💕

Like many recent events, the 2021 Star Wars Rival

Like many recent events, the 2021 Star Wars Rival Run Weekend has been converted to a virtual event. I had a feeling this was coming, but I was holding out hope that it might be able to go in. No go ☹️
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Runners who are registers for any of the races have the choice for a full refund or can switch to the virtual option. Registration will also be opening soon for those who weren’t registered and would like to run virtually. Virtual races can be done anywhere and participants will receive a rad runDisney medal and an optional race shirt. I’m thinking I might do that for C because he was SO looking forward to this race since 2020 was cancelled as well. We could set up a really fun race at home!
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Will you be participating in any of the virtual runDisney races coming up?
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#rundisney #virtualrundisney #rundisneyvirtual #starwarsrivalrun #starwarsrace #starwars #virtualrunning #virtualrace #dissapointed #kidsraces #rundisneykidsraces #runningatdisney

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate 🕎 . I had m

Happy Hanukkah to all who celebrate 🕎
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I had many Jewish friends growing up and was able to take part in many of the traditions of the holiday. It always felt like a very special holiday to me. A Festival of Lights that lasts 8 days and consists of games, gifts, gelt and most importantly, latkes...what’s not to love?! Traditions may look a bit different this year, but I hope you all enjoy every moment. 🥰
#happyhanukkah
#hanukkah2020

The Otter, the representation of absolute bliss. 🦦 “Imagine yourself with a little more Otter energy. What would life look like? What would it take to bring you there?”
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I pulled this card this morning and it put me in such a good mood. Who wouldn’t want to tap into their playful, confident otter energy? I see a dance party in my future 😃💃🏻🦦
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#animalspirit #otterenergy #playfulness

I adore the design of the rooms at Loews Royal Pac

I adore the design of the rooms at Loews Royal Pacific Resort. 🌺 It keeps with the tropical vibe of the resort, yet is very chic and modern.
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This is my top pick for staying at Universal Orlando Resort for numerous reasons:
🌺 Universal Express Unlimited is included, so you can skip the regular lines!
🌺 Early Park Admission one hour before the theme park opens
🌺 Despicable Me Character Breakfast every Saturday at the resort
🌺 Exceptional dining options, including a sushi bar 🍣 and a weekly Luau!
🌺 Conveniently located at Universal Orlando with the parks and CityWalk just a short boat ride or walk away
🌺 Beautiful, exotic South Seas theme - it truly feels like you are in another place!
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Would you like to stay at Loews Royal Pacific Resort? What is your favorite resort at @universalorlando?
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#royalpacificresort #royalpacificorlando #universalorlandoresort #universalorlando #universalorlandohotels #universalexpress #universalexpressunlimited #universalresortperks #themeparkresort #earlyparkadmission #minionsbreakfast #despicablemebreakfast #chichotel

We are one month out from the Walt Disney World Vi

We are one month out from the Walt Disney World Virtual Marathon Weekend…sadly we won’t be seeing any fun costumes this year like this one. Or maybe we will….
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One of the best parts about runDisney races are the costumes the runners wear. Some are so incredibly elaborate, I couldn’t imagine running a whole race in them! Can’t wait until these events are back in action.
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Are you running any of the races virtually this year? If so, are you planning on wearing a costume? I’d love to hear your plans!
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#rundisney #rundisneyvirtual #wdwmarathon #wdwmarathonweekend #virtualwdwmarathon #wdwmarathonvirtual #rundisneycostume #runningcostume #virtualrace #runningatdisney

This is the face of someone with an invisible illn

This is the face of someone with an invisible illness...I have Ulcerative Colitis 💜
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December 1-7 is Crohn’s and Colitis Awareness Week and I wanted to share a bit about my story to shine some light on Irritable Bowel Disease. I was diagnosed in 2003 and have had many ups and downs over the years. From hospitalizations, hours spent in the bathroom and missed opportunities to my current state of remission and good health, it sure has been a roller coaster.
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Through it all, life had to go on and I have always had to put on a brave face to get through the day. That meant showing up at my son’s school when my inflammation was so bad I could hardly function and smiling through work obligations when I was preoccupied with thoughts of where the closest bathroom was. That’s the thing about IBD, we are a resilient bunch and you truly never know how bad we are struggling. We are trying so hard to just have a normal life, that we put on a brave face and keep moving forward, even when we really just want to stay in bed (and probably should!).
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I’m lucky and grateful to have a wonderful team of doctors that monitor my disease and have helped me achieve remission. This means regular visits and yearly colonoscopies to monitor the inflammation and check for abnormalities. It has taken a long time to get here and I definitely don’t take that for granted. ☺️
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If you suffer from IBD, I encourage you to share your story this week and connect with others. We’re not in this alone and it’s helpful to commiserate with others going through the same thing as you. I’m always here for support and to answer any questions. 💜💜
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#ibdvisible #crohnsandcolitisawarenessweek #crohnsandcolitisawareness #crohnsandcolitis #ulcerativecolitis #ulcerativecolitisfighter #ulcerativecolitisawareness #ulcerativecolitiswarrior #ucwarrior #invisibleillness #keepmovingforward #ucsupport #ulcerativecolitissupport #ucremission #xeljanz

What’s your favorite kind of Butterbeer at the W

What’s your favorite kind of Butterbeer at the Wizarding World of Harry Potter? Frozen, Iced, or Hot? 🍺🧊☕️
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I’ve only tried the frozen and really liked it, but couldn’t finish the whole thing. I highly recommend sharing! I also think the hot would be delicious on these chilly days...not that there are many of those in Florida 😆
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#wizardingworldofharrypotter #wizardingworldorlando #wizardingworldhollywood #butterbeer #universalorlandoresort #universalorlando #islandsofadventure #universalstudios #readyforuniversal #universalmoments #themeparklife #travel #kidstravel #familytravel #traveltips #universalspecialist #travelplanner #travelagent #travelconsultant #travelislife #travelingfamily #ilovetravel #lovetravel #travellove #travelmom #travelfamily #memories #familymemories

I lost my uncle to AIDS in 1994. I was only 13 yea

I lost my uncle to AIDS in 1994. I was only 13 years old and his loss transformed my life. 💔
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He was a kind, gentle soul and sadly I witnessed him being ostracized from society. First because he was gay and then because of the stigma around having AIDS. Even at a young age, I knew it was wrong and I knew I would never treat anyone that way. No matter someone’s gender, sexuality, race, ethnicity...they deserve love and equality.
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These photos are patches dedicated to him on the AIDS Quilt. They show how through it all, he was loved and he made an impact in the lives of many. My uncle taught me a lesson in compassion...a lesson he never even knew he gave me. For that, I am forever grateful and humbled. I just wish I could’ve got to know him better.
#WorldAIDSDay
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#NationalAIDSMemorial #AIDSQuilt #lgbtally #gayrightsarehumanrights #loveislove #lgbtrights #lgbtqiaally #actupfightaids

Fake trees are blasphemous in my family, yet here

Fake trees are blasphemous in my family, yet here I am (with my 2 helpers 😆) putting one together and I couldn’t be more excited about it! 🎄
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I love the tradition of picking out trees every year. The crisp air, the pine smell, the hot cocoa. Sadly the past few years I’ve been having reactions to the trees once we brought them home, mainly a scratchy throat for the entire month of December 😐 I was done with all that, so this year we got a fake one from @kingofchristmas
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Now I know my Dad is a bit disappointed in me, but this thing is rad! Pre lit and ready to go. Plus I love that the investment will actually save us money after a few years. I’m looking for simplicity in my life and this is a winner 😃
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So are you Team Real Tree or Team Fake Tree? 🎄
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#realtree #faketree #fakechristmastree #christmasspirit🎄 #christmasfun #holidaytraditions #holidaytradition #holidaydecorations #holidaydecorating #itschristmastime

When you shop small, your money goes directly to r

When you shop small, your money goes directly to real people and their families. This year more than ever it’s so important to shop small this holiday season and support those of us who have been hit hardest by the pandemic.
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I’m sure travel is properly far from your mind right now, but at some point you will want to travel again. When you’re ready, I’m here to help. I would even love to chat about what you’re thinking for your next vacation and where you’re dreaming of going. We can dream together! 🥰
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Even if you’re not able to shop small this year, a great way to support small businesses is by sharing their information for others to see! Today in my stories, I’m going to be sharing some of my favorite small businesses and I’ll save a highlight to find later. Remember, “a rising tide lifts all boats!” Let’s all support each other 💕✨
#smallbusinesssaturday
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#smallbusinesssupportingsmallbusiness #smallbusiness #smallbusinesssupporter #shopsmall2020 #travel2021 #2021travel #travelplanning #supportsmallbusiness #arisingtideliftsallboats #travelplanner #disneytravelplanner

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