Category Archives: Disney

First-time Marathoner Explains it All: Working the Camera During Your Race

I’m no model, but my background in theater and figure skating have both taught me how to soak up the spotlight – this includes feeling comfortable in front of the camera. So, how do you work the camera during a race? How do you keep the photographers from picking up on the fact you haven’tContinue reading “First-time Marathoner Explains it All: Working the Camera During Your Race”

First-time Marathoner Explains It All: Training Basics

On January 8, 2023, I became a marathoner, joining the 0.01% club. Clearly, there are more sane people in the world than I thought. But, if you’re interested in taking up running or want to know what goes into this four-to-five-month journey, welcome. Here is where a first-time marathoner explains it all: training edition. AreContinue reading “First-time Marathoner Explains It All: Training Basics”

First-time Marathoner Explains It All: What’s It Like Running A Marathon?

What’s it like running a marathon? Long. I ran my first marathon on January 8, 2023 during the Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend and learned a lot about myself in the 26.2 (more like 26.93, according to my Garmin) miles. While the course took us through all four parks, past multiple resorts, and around someContinue reading “First-time Marathoner Explains It All: What’s It Like Running A Marathon?”

I Make Bad Decisions: Chasing 2023 Dopey Challenge

Running 48.6 miles in four days sounded like a good idea at the time. If you know me or have been following this blog, you know I’m a little Disney-crazy. (Okay, you know I’m a little crazy in general). You also know I was a former athlete. So, when the pandemic rolled around, I gotContinue reading “I Make Bad Decisions: Chasing 2023 Dopey Challenge”

Packing For Disney

(When Queen Elsa Is Visiting Florida) I took a three-day trip to Disney during a pretty harsh cold snap – which meant packing some extra clothes. I tend over-pack for trips – I mean, what if, for some reason, I spill something on myself everyday? I’ll need a replacement shirt, a shirt for various occasions,Continue reading “Packing For Disney”