Time for a heart-to-heart about this crazy thing called life.

I've finally reached the home stretch of recounting our action-packed, exhilarating week in Orlando, Florida. So, hold on tight as I dive into the final bits of our trip: the character breakfast, a night away for just the parents, and some of the must-haves we packed.

It's been a few weeks since we got back from Orlando, and I can't stop thinking about what an incredible trip it was. Sure, it was a bit of a whirlwind and definitely tiring, but the memories we made are absolutely priceless. I’m really looking forward to sharing our experiences from Hollywood Studios, our chill pool days, and some insider tips on how to make the most of the Lightning Lane in the Disney parks.  

We are only a few weeks away from Easter which was always one of my favorite holidays. I'm excited to share my personal traditions and tips for creating memorable holiday experiences for my kiddos, from thoughtfully curated Easter baskets to a family-friendly Easter brunch. Discover my son's favorite healthier Chocolate Chip Muffin recipe—a simple and delightful treat that's perfect for Easter morning.

Last week, my family and I had the most amazing spring break trip to Disney World in Orlando! Personally, I believe that experiencing the Disney magic at this age, especially for my 3-year-old, was absolutely perfect. Although our week away felt more like a "trip" than a "vacation," I'm certain that the memories we made will last a lifetime. I'm really excited to share our complete itinerary and some travel tips with all of you who are planning or considering a Disney vacation.

And here we are, one year later. McKenzieMonday Blog has published 37 unique posts - something I'm incredibly proud of. I've covered a wide range of topics, from navigating life with a toddler and a newborn, sharing my breastfeeding journey, and discussing the challenges of returning to work after maternity leave. I've also delved into planning birthday parties and weekend getaways, creating gift guides, and sharing my goal setting practice. I’m so excited to see the next year and phase of this passion project. Happy 1st Birthday to the McKenzie Monday Blog!

I recently got back from my first ever cruise experience. I had so much fun & plenty of opportunity to relax- exactly what I needed. The best part? I went on the cruise as a bachelorette trip to celebrate one of my oldest friends. Although I was just along for the ride and not the planner of this trip, I wanted to share my experience and things I loved if you need any insight for an upcoming cruise, girls' trip, or bachelorette.  

Only one year ago, we didn’t know our sweet Kelly Rae. We didn’t even know she would be a girl! Oh, what a year it has been.  The one-year birthday was not only a big milestone in Kelly Rae’s life, but also in our breastfeeding journey together. I’m so proud of my girl and me for making it one full year exclusively breastfeeding.  

Kelly Rae, affectionately known as "my girl," recently celebrated her first birthday which gave us the perfect excuse to host a fun, pink, girly party with a Disco Cowgirl theme. In this post, I'll share everything I used to plan this sweet party, from invitations and decor to the menu.

Welcome to 2025! If you're in the same boat as me, where the first few weeks of the new year flew by, rest assured that you're not alone. And honestly, you don't need a new year or a Monday to begin anew. Hopefully, my tips for finding direction and getting motivated will help you start wherever and whenever you find yourself reading this. 

As we step into the new year, I wanted to give you a brief rundown of all 26 books I devoured in 2024, along with my ratings. If you're on the lookout for light-hearted books to add to your 2025 reading list, look no further than the curated selection below.