Nicki Wiggins
Nicki Wiggins is a teacher turned stay-at-home mom to three kids, a boy and two girls. She is a wife to her wonderful hubby, Jayme, who works hard to support her Disney obsession. They met at Stetson University in undergrad and have been married for 13 amazing years. When not planning her family’s next visit to Disney, Nicki enjoys time at the beach (with the occasional paddleboarding), volunteering in her kids’ classrooms, hanging with friends and family, and exploring Florida. She recently started a blog called Date Your State, which gives tips and ideas for having fun with your family in this amazing state of Florida. She hopes to be a Floridian for life!
On The Road: Jax to Anna Maria Island
Just south and a bit west of Tampa lies an oasis of happiness called Anna Maria Island. My family has vacationed there every summer since our soon-to-be 11-year-old was 9 months old. It has...
How To Rein in Your Crazy During Kids’ Sports
My daughter’s eyes filled with tears. "Mommy, why were the parents on the other team screaming so loud? It was SO distracting." Her tears were not those of sadness, but of frustration, which made...
On the Road: Exploring the Florida Keys with Kids
Fun Fact: Florida spans just under 450 miles from north to south! The Sunshine State covers a lot of land, and as we know, one of the more sought-after vacation spots in our amazing...
15 Places to Explore the Great Outdoors In & Around Jax
Craving a little fresh air? You're in good company when it comes to exploring the great outdoors — and it can work wonders for our mental and physical health! In addition to this list,...
8 Reasons You Should Not Take a Disney Cruise
Living in Florida, we hear quite a bit about Disney, and chances are, if you have kids you’ve taken at least one trip to Disney since they were born, are at least considering it,...
12 Ways You Can Love on Your Friend with Cancer
As someone who was diagnosed not too long ago with breast cancer, I have had the honor of being on the receiving end of sweet friends and family who have helped my treatment and...
On the Road: Jax to Jekyll Island (and All Its Charm)
If you’re looking for a break from the hustle and bustle of daily life but don’t want to go far, Jekyll Island, GA, may be just what you’re looking for. It has beaches, places...
I Didn’t Think It Would Happen to Me: Get Your Boobs Checked
“I don’t like what I saw in the biopsy. I think you’re looking at early-stage breast cancer. I could be wrong, but I’m not usually wrong.” Two days later, my radiologist called to confirm...
After-School Meltdowns: How To Help Your Child
You’ve bought the school supplies, met the teachers, packed the lunches, taken first-day pictures, and sent the kiddos off to school. You think about them all day long, and when you pick them up...
Must-Have Toys and Activities for Road Trips
Going on a road trip soon? You've come to the right post! I'm back with part two of my road trip tips — this time I'm sharing my favorite road trip-friendly toys and activities...
9 Tips for Taking a Road Trip with Kids
Ahhhh. Just you and the open road, traveling to see family or going on a new adventure... and the screaming kids in the back of the minivan. When my family and I decided to...
Our Best Beach Tips and Mom Hacks
It’s summertime! No more setting the alarm, packing lunches, or getting everyone out the door on time. So, now what?!
I say let’s go to the beach! At the beach, kids can run free and...