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Comparing Concierge Lounges - Disney Magic and Disney Wonder

 Over the past year I've been blessed to sail Concierge on both the Disney Magic and the Disney Wonder - in the same stateroom no less! I sailed in 8528 on the Disney Wonder for the 2025 February South Pacific cruise from Sydney Australia to Honolulu Hawaii . And then the same room on the Disney Magic for this year's first Marvel Day at Sea cruise out of Galveston in January.  I've previously sailed several times on Disney Fantasy Concierge and once on the Disney Wish. I was really excited about our Disney Wonder trip in Concierge because everyone on the internet seemed to be saying that Disney Wonder was their most favorite of all the Concierge Lounges . I was also intrigued because this is the same ship we sailed on for Panama Canal back in 2015. At that time there was no Concierge Lounge and I spent much of that cruise relaxing at the Outlook Cafe at Deck 10 midship - the space that eventually because the Concierge Lounge on both the classic ships.  I'll start...
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I Did the Wool& 30-Day Dress Challenge — Results & Outfit Log

 When I bought my Texas house my realtor told me about this group on facebook she was using to learn how to pack in only a carry on for trips. This led me to Travel Fashion Girl and her associated Facebook group. It was on this site that I first learned about the magic of merino wool clothing for travel and started placing orders from the two shops that seem to be mentioned the most - Wool& and WoolX . I've successfully done carryon trips for extended periods of time to Europe and Australia/South Pacific Cruise relying heavily on my wool wardrobe.  I remember hearing early on about the Wool& 100 day dress challenge , and thinking there's no way on earth I could wear the same dress for 100 days. I vaguely recall seeing a 30 day challenge but still wasn't sold on being able to do it. Then in the fall Wool& did the Autumn Anchor Challenge - 7 days in the same pair of pants - and I thought this I can do! It was easier than I imagined and it inspired me to try out ...

Collectors Guide to Lego Botanicals

If you’re a serious LEGO collector, the LEGO Botanical Collection isn’t just “cute décor” — it’s one of the most display-worthy and surprisingly strategic sub-themes released in the past five years. These aren’t play sets. They’re adult builds designed for shelves, offices, and long-term display — and some are already showing strong resale potential as retirement rumors start circulating. In this guide, I break down: Which Botanical sets have the strongest display impact Which ones are worth buying now before they retire Which sets deliver the best value per piece And which one I’d grab first if I could only pick one If you’re deciding where to spend your next LEGO budget — this will help you buy smarter . 🌿 LEGO Botanical Sets Comparison Guide Set Pieces MSRP Display Impact Retirement Risk Best For Buy LEGO Flower Bouquet (10280) 756 $59.99 ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Medium Classic display...

Getting to know Walt and Lilly

 Meet Walt and Lilly! AKA Walter Elias Doodle and Lillian or Lilly Belle.  I’m a huge Disney fan, this is not news. Back in 2019 when I lost my Joey and was anticipating Walt’s arrival to help heal the hole in Elphaba and my heart I was also thinking ahead on names. I wanted a name for Walt that had a distinctly Disney spin. But I also wanted a name that could easily be paired in the future with a partner name. As much as I wish Elphaba could have lived forever, she was up there in years already and I knew the day would come that she would no longer be with us. I couldn’t imagine not having multiple pest so I wanted a name with an easy pair.  I couldn’t go with Mickey because mom already had a Mickey. I had a serious debate with myself about Stark for Tony Stark, or Thor, or Rodgers for Steve Rodgers - thinking whichever I didn’t go with if I got another boy in the future I could pick from someone else. And if I got a girl I could go with Natasha. After tons of suggestion...