Miss you, Scott Harris

It’s the one day of year that I allow myself to cry. I can’t believe it’s been 3 years since you’ve left us.  In some ways, it seems like longer.  Yet, I have some vivid memories burned on my brain that it seems like just yesterday you were here joking around with me. I would…

Road Rules: Cook Style

Rules of the Cook Family Road Trip: No restaurant chains – only chain hotels. Exceptions include: McDonald’s once every other day if needed.  And Waffle House once on the trip. Everyone plays the license plate game The navigator, sitting in the passenger seat, controls the map and aids the driver in any needs including grabbing…

Back to School Shopping with Goodwill

It’s back to school time! There’s a part of me that’s excited about school.  My kids have had enough summer fun! At the same time, I’m dreading the homework, school supply shopping and all the after-school activities that are just around the corner. I was recently asked to participate in a blogger event to do…

uberX hits Orlando.

Uber service hits Orlando

Have you ubered? It’s the newest thing to hit Orlando, and I couldn’t be happier. Uber is something that has been around for quite awhile in the “big cities”.  It’s basically a taxi service app.  When you need a ride, you can check to see the drivers in your area.  You can read reviews of…

Marco Island Vacation: Day 1

Our annual Marco Island vacation is under way! We are in a new house this year and it’s pretty amazing. It was a pretty successful day of swimming, fishing, day-drinking, naps and constant snacking. We’ve decided since we can now fish from the backyard, we will have a fishing competition. I’m proud to report that…

#GivingTuesday – Help Give Kids the World!

Give Kids the World is one of my favorite non-profit organizations in Central Florida. They are located close to the theme parks and give children with life-threatening illnesses and their families dream vacations. Today, Tuesday, they are doing something great.  And you can help without even opening your wallet (although I encourage you to also…