Six summer favorites

Six summer favorites by eporter-217 featuring j. crew skirts

Easter Cheer

I'm back from a fun weekend! My Dad and I were supposed to race in Georgia this weekend but the weather has been a little crazy and we got rained out.  The good news in that is we had a no soccer, no racing weekend, which is rare.
We grabbed the twins Saturday night and went to hibachi dinner, after-dinner fro yo and got them off to sleep with some popcorn and a movie.  Simon and I were woken up at 7:30 Sunday morning with the two girls squealing that they found their baskets.  We celebrated Easter at my sister Holly's for family lunch.
I can't wait to hear about your weekend adventures!

What I thought about what I bought

What I thought about what I bought by eporter-217 featuring high heel shoes

1. Michael Kors heels: These are GREAT.  Really.  I first bought the black and went back for the snakeskin.  The are really comfy all day long.  The heel is a little lower than I realized when I ordered them but the comfort you get wearing them is worth it.  For me, they are best with ankle length pants or dresses and skirts since my pants are tailored for a higher heel.

2. Tazo Passion Fruit Tea:  This is great hot or cold.  I love hot tea and was craving something a little lighter as we get into spring.  I drank enough chai and cocoa through the cool months.

3.  Ann Taylor Loft Julie Skinny pants:  These new pants are so cute.  I don't have the body for super skinny and I don't like bootleg so these are a good alternative.  I put these on to show my husband but he thought they were a little too sexy for work.  I was so bummed.  I knew they were fitted but I thought they looked so good. I have decided to take his advice for now and save them for a day when I have an after-work cocktail hour to attend.

4.  C.Wonder iPhone 5s battery extender:  Another great buy.  I got this during one of their 50% off sales and it is great.  My husband just asked me to order him one too.  I don't plan to use this everyday but on those occasions I will be away from my charger for an extended period of time (think weekend adventures) it will be perfect.  I just used it during Spring Break and it took my phone from 20% to 85%.

5.  C.Wonder sweater:  I didn't love this.  I liked the idea of the built-in, removable collar but it needs a little more structure.  It also got pilled easily.  Maybe during cooler months when you can layer up a tank or cami, this would work.  I thought it would be a good spring transition but it's too warm to layer, here in Florida.  Although this brand has a lot of looks I love, I probably wouldn't buy this sweater again.

What have been your recent purchases?  What are your favorite brands?

Sephora Sale - Ends soon!

Did you get your mailer?  Their 15% off VIB sale ends Friday, April 11th.

Here are a few of my favorite Sephora buys.

Sephora Faves by eporter-217 featuring Christian Dior

Favorite hair products for fine strands

Favorite hair products by eporter-217 featuring Fekkai

Spring Break: Part 1

Is the week really almost over?  I have been on the go all month.  Work is super busy but I was able to sneak in a few fun outings this week.
Saturday was my husband's birthday.  We got some family and friends together and went to our favorite restaurant, Taverna Opa in Orlando.  It's a really fun greek restaurant and our entire family loves it.
Monday night I met my husband and some of my nieces and nephews at Disney's Boardwalk for some hanging out and dinner.  We stayed overnight and let the kids play at a water park nearby on Tuesday.
Here are some of my favorite memories from the week.

 

 

Spring Break in Orlando

Winter is officially over! Spring Break is here.
I have a tradition with my nieces and nephew; we take a winter, spring and summer trip.  My niece and I went to North Carolina for a snowboarding trip last month and next week we are planning an overnight trip to Orlando.
We tried Disney last summer but it was entirely too busy.  I had no desire to wait in hour-long lines so we cut out early both days and headed back to the hotel.
The kids' parents want to do some fun stuff next week on break so I am limited to a day trip with one overnight.  I have done a variety of trips in Orlando and this time the kids I am taking range from 5-13 so I need a broad range of entertainment for them.
We are leaving Monday afternoon and heading to Disney's Dolphin Resort.  This offers lots of activities including a really beautiful pool (with slides), beach area, golf and swan paddle boat rentals.  In addition, they have a water ferry that goes to Disney Boardwalk (free) for even more fun.
Once you ferry to the boardwalk, you can walk around and explore shops, dining and lots of photo ops.
We rented a family bicycle there last time and cruised around the area.  I didn't see any upscale dining last time but there were plenty of casual family dining choices.
The Dolphin/Swan hotel is really clean and modern.  If you have kids, be sure to request a room with views of Disney.  They have evening fireworks that can be seen from your hotel room.  

If Disney is on your wish list, the hotel provides transportation and there are usually some perks for hotel guests...either discounted speed passes or early/late park access.

If your family has been to the parks before, there are really so many activities nearby, you are sure to have just as much fun without all the long lines.

Tuesday we are heading to Coco Key Water Resort.  We have not stayed there before but I have had a few friends that have recommended it.  They are a hotel with a huge canopy-covered water park with more than 10 slides and several pools.  You can stay overnight there or buy day passes to visit.  We will swim and play all Tuesday and head back late afternoon.  

What are your Spring Break plans?  Have any questions about Orlando you'd like a local to answer?  Send 'em my way!