Friday, June 19, 2009

Really busy......

I know my posting has been pretty much non-existant but I truly feel like I haven't had one minute..... The end of the school and dance year, my job and great events with my family and friends have kept us going for weeks. I have many things to say and I will get them all out. But for now here are some shots of all the stuff we have been doing.


Brianna, Alyssa and Danielle at the end of school dance



Joseph testing to become a Sr. Tiger - HE MADE IT!!!


End of school play - my son the Country Mouse


Fun Day at the pool for Uncle Dan's 40th Birthday



Met at Church and then onto Recital Rehearsal



Recital Rehearsal - Hip Hop Group


Recital Rehearsal - Orphan April and Urban Annie



The big show - Joseph, Danielle and Nana



Danielle with Ms. Rutz and Mrs. Rouse - her teachers who came out to support her



Joseph getting ready for a Pirate Birthday Party - we had the costume from Halloween



Nanny, Brianna, Joseph and Danielle at Taylor's Confirmation



Graduate Willie and Aunt Marie



Celebrating Andre's 50th Birthday





Saturday, June 13, 2009

How clean are your kids shoes???

So have you heard many times from me or Colleen how our mother is obsessed with laundry and super organized???


I came home from work the other day and this is the first thing I saw when I walked in...





Nana is officially ready for the summer and my kids must have the cleanest shoes in the neighborhood!!! I feel certain that all of these don't fit them so there are some lucky kids who are about to get some play shoes.

Monday, June 1, 2009

Very Exciting News!!!



Hello family and friends!


I hope this blog finds you all well and enjoying the transition from the end of the school year into the summer! I know our family is certainly looking forward to a break from homework and a chance to spend more quality time together.


I wanted to take a minute to update you on some exciting news in my life. As most of you know Joe and I have enjoyed taking annual group trips with our friends to Sandals resort for the last several years as well as our family trips to Disney World. I’ve learned a lot about how to make the most of both our “couple” trips and our adventures at Walt Disney World. We have always loved to travel, and the planner in me loves to organize. Many of you have come to us to help you with your own vacations and in doing that you have inspired me.


My love of travel and helping family and friends has led me to join the Dream Makers Vacation Services team as a Travel Agent! I have been blessed to have this opportunity to help people plan their vacations and do everything I can to make it their most memorable trip yet!


A few years ago we met our outstanding Travel Agent, Amy McHugh, of Dream Makers Vacation Services and quickly learned the benefit of having an experienced, knowledgeable advocate in our corner. Dream Makers Vacation Services is a family owned travel agency that has earned many national awards for their outstanding sales and service. Dream Makers Vacation Services is an international travel agency, serving clients all over the world. Joe and I and our family and friends have truly been impressed with the service we have received and have had many benefits (and preferred pricing too!) in our travels thanks to Amy and Dream Makers Vacation Services.

Please check out our website at www.DreamMakersVaca.com and please share this site with anyone who you know that loves to travel. If you request a quote or specific information from our website and reference my name, you can be assured that it will be forwarded onto me. My new e-mail address is MarieM@DreamMakersVaca.com kindly send all future travel e-mails to this address.


Most of you know that Disney is something near and dear to our hearts, but we have also learned the extensive benefits of all-inclusive vacations through Sandals/Beaches. As much as we love both Disney and Sandals they are not the only opportunities for some great travel. Dream Makers Vacation Services partners with world class resorts and cruise lines all over the world and is known nationwide for its customer service and great relationships with resort properties. I am very excited to be a part of this team!!!

The number one question I have been asked since I accepted this position is, “Why should I use a travel agent?” As I said above, the best reason to use a travel agent is to have a knowledgeable advocate in your corner that knows the resorts and can do everything in their power to make your vacation go smoothly…while you RELAX and actually VACATION! Travel agents are paid by the resorts, not you the traveler, our services do not cost you a cent and will save you countless hours of research and stress. Often times the travel agent can offer you a better price or package than you can find yourself online.


Those of you who have traveled with us to either Sandals or Disney know first hand the benefits we received by booking/working with Amy and Dream Makers Vacation Services.


That being said, I hope that you will consider giving me a call the next time you plan a trip to Walt Disney World, Sandals/Beaches, resort vacation, or cruise. I would love the opportunity to get it all arranged for you so your only job would be to go and enjoy your trip! Actually, now is an exciting time to plan your next vacation, due to the amazing current promotions and pricing (pricing is cheaper now than it has been in 5 years!). Call or e-mail me today, for more details.


Have a great summer!
Marie