29 Apr, 2026

Why the Disney Destiny was the perfect ship to reconnect with my adult daughter

As my wife and I raised our two daughters, Disney played an important role in their lives. My girls have sailed on every Disney cruise ship, visited many Disney theme parks, watched their favorite Disney movies on repeat, and taken comfort in Disney character friends as cozy stuffed animals at bedtime. Now that we’re empty […]

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How Vacation Volunteering Helped My Daughter Become a Compassionate Adult

Now that my children are young adults living on their own, I am an empty nester. Without the stress of daily caregiving, I have time to think about my parenting. There are, of course, many things I wish I had done differently, but there are also occasions when I discover an aspect of my parenting […]

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9 places to travel with your parents while in your 30s for fun adult vacations

I love traveling with my parents. Not only are they some of the best travel buddies because we all already know everyone’s quirks and limits, but it’s also extraordinary to see them push themselves to do things they wouldn’t normally do. While traveling with your parents may come with its own set of challenges it’s […]

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