After a fun day two relaxing around the resort, we had finally arrived at our day of celebration, Hunter’s tenth birthday! We were first awoken by Hunter at 3:30 am when he was knocking on the bathroom door, which startled Emily and I a bit because we weren’t expecting a knock. Hunter had a hard time getting back to sleep because the… Read more »
After a fun day one relaxing at Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort, we were finally settled in and enjoying the start to our relaxing week. Although it was a bit brisk, and quite windy, that didn’t stop Colonel and I from our traditional bike ride to the beach. Since I already had my bike, we met down by the Community… Read more »
Drive From Orlando, FL to Hilton Head Island, SC After a busy few months of work, birthday prep, and school, the Hayes family was ready to enjoy a relaxing Spring Break at one of our favorite destinations to chill, Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort. We first visited Disney’s Hilton Head Island Resort on our east coast road trip in 2008,… Read more »
It was a simple holiday trip to North Carolina that Emily had been planning since the middle of the summer. Our sister-in-law Fran reached out and mentioned she wanted to have a special birthday gathering for Emily’s brother Drew and after 2 seconds of contemplation, the hotel was booked and Pinterest saw a spike in their birthday ideas pin volume…. Read more »
I can honestly say it has truly been a pleasure having Kee and Colonel be such a big part of our lives. I have had the pleasure of knowing them for about the last 15 years and have come to know them both as remarkable human beings. Kee is an amazing mother and best friend to Emily, as well as a loving… Read more »
It has been roughly a half of a year that Kee (Emily’s Mom) has been going through treatment for breast cancer. Those of you who have been through cancer, or close to someone who has, know that it takes quite a toll, not only on the body, but on the spirit as well. What has been amazing about Kee this… Read more »
Week two with Hunter Patrick Hayes was strikingly similar to week one. He has this amazing routine going now that consists of: screaming, eating, screaming, pooping, screaming, sleeping, screaming, and then screaming. Not sure how he developed this pattern so quickly, but he is automatic. Thank goodness for Grandma and Grandpa Griffin who are helping us out sooooo much. Many… Read more »