Aro Ambassador
Gracia Olivas
About
Gracia
I'm a stay-at-home mom blessed with three amazing kids and have been married to my best friend for six years. My heart is deeply rooted in family and faith, finding joy in the everyday moments of motherhood at home. I love the outdoors, whether it's a family picnic at the park or taking a walk around the block. But, I might equally love being cozied up inside with a good book. My life is a blend of family, faith, and the simple joys of everyday life during this season we find ourselves in.
Q&A with
Gracia
Do you have a moment when you realized your phone was getting in the way of what's important to you?
Yes! My older kids, aged 5 & 3, began bringing me my phone whenever I left a room without it. That's when I realized I was hardly ever without it in my hand.
What does Aro mean to you?
Aro provides the accountability to reprioritize what in my life deserves my time. My phone is NOT the most important thing in my life, but I've been treating it as such. Aro has allowed me to really live out my values.
What is the family-favorite holiday tradition?
Christmas PJs! Every year, we purchase matching Christmas PJs, and I keep it a surprise for my kids and husband. They're my favorite holiday pictures and memories each year.
If you could relive one moment in your life, what would it be?
Probably the birth of my first child. As a first-time mom, I think the fear of the unknown took over and stopped me from being present and enjoying the experience fully. Now that I've been there, and done that, I'd love to go back and enjoy it the same way I did with my other two.
We know Disneyland is a special place for you and your husband. What do you love most about it?
Disneyland allows me to relive parts of my childhood. I had such a sweet childhood and have fond memories from that time. A big part of that was those nostalgic Disney characters (Ariel being my favorite as a kid). Being able to relive those memories as an adult just has a sweet magic to it.