Welcome to My World
Elyse Essmyer
Mom • Music Lover • Sports Fan • Colorado Dreamer
Former Occupational Therapist with a heart full of love for family, 80s rock anthems, and Kansas City sports
The People I Love Most
My world revolves around these incredible people who fill my days with joy, laughter, and endless love
Reid
Child
Maggie
Child
Will
Child
John
Love
Jack
John's Son
Benton
John's Son
"Family is not an important thing. It's everything."
— Michael J. Fox
By The Numbers
A fun look at Elyse's life in numbers
Years of Love
Amazing Kids & Bonus Sons
Favorite 80s Songs
Chiefs Super Bowls Celebrated
Colorado Trips
Cups of Coffee Per Day
Things I Love
Beyond family and music, these are the things that make my heart happy
Colorado Aspens
There's nothing quite like watching the aspen leaves turn golden in the fall. The mountains come alive with color.
A Christmas Story
"You'll shoot your eye out!" A classic that never gets old. The leg lamp, the bunny suit, Ralphie's dreams...
Occupational Therapy
My career helping others live their best lives. Making a difference, one patient at a time.
Mountain Adventures
The Rockies call to my soul. Hiking, breathing fresh mountain air, and finding peace in nature.
Colorado Adventure
Follow the journey through the mountains Elyse loves so much
The Journey Begins
Pack your bags and hit the road to Colorado's beautiful mountains.
Aspen Groves
Golden leaves shimmer in the autumn breeze, painting the mountainside.
Mountain Peak
Fresh air, stunning views, and the peace that only nature can bring.
Golden Hour
The sun sets over the Rockies, casting everything in warm, golden light.
My Soundtrack
From 80s rock anthems to movie soundtracks that tug at the heartstrings
Journey
Duran Duran
REO Speedwagon
Queen
Foreigner
"Turn it up louder - that's my favorite song!"
Movies & Music Corner
Explore the soundtracks and movies that make Elyse's heart sing
Tarzan
"Two worlds, one family"
Spirit: Stallion of the Cimarron
"The story of a horse that couldn't be broken"
A Christmas Story
"You'll shoot your eye out, kid!"
Name That Tune!
"Come stop your crying, it will be alright"
KC Sports Fan
Win or lose, I'm cheering for Kansas City. The Chiefs and Royals have my heart!
NFL
Kansas City Chiefs
Kingdom Strong
The red kingdom runs deep in this household. Patrick Mahomes, Travis Kelce, and the dynasty that keeps on winning!
Memorable Moments
Dynasty Mode: Activated
Back-to-back Super Bowl Champions! 🏆🏆
Holiday Classic Love
"A Christmas Story" isn't just a movie—it's a holiday tradition
"It's a major award!"
"You'll shoot your eye out!"
— A Christmas Story
Why We Love This Movie
24 Hours
TBS Marathon Every Christmas
1983
Year Released
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Times Watched
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