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If there’s one aspect I love about weddings, it’s the food. I know I should say it’s about the bride’s gorgeous dress, or the union under God, but while weddings are extremely romantic for the bride and groom, for me … Read more
One of the things that make Kebabs so great is that they start with a simple base and they can be taken in almost any direction. At it’s most simple a Kebab is a Middle Eastern dish of pieces of … Read more
Of all the romantic destinations across America, one of the most charming of them all is often overlooked. Monterey County, located on Central California’s Pacific coast, has an extended portfolio of awards and recognition for it’s gorgeous beaches, rich history, … Read more
There’s nothing quite like a home cooked meal with family. Between balancing work, school, and kids’ soccer practice, it may seem like there’s little to no time available to make a home cooked meal, but a new company called Blue … Read more
A few months ago my wife and I made the huge decision to join the Navy. For the last two months, I have been working toward taking my ASVAB, working through background checks and eventually selecting a career as an … Read more
Sometimes, vacations call for something a bit beyond hotel rooms. Whether you’re traveling with your immediate family, celebrating a family reunion, or going on a group vacation, vacation home rentals can be a great alternative to standard vacation lodging, providing … Read more
If you have ever been to a purse party, bridal shower or baby shower you’ve probably played the game “Whats In Your Bag?” The winner is always the person who seems to carry everything in their bag. Well, meet that person. I can’t … Read more
Every day our lives seem to revolve around an unmanageable list of tasks. The day ends and there still seems to be a list of things waiting no matter how hard we try. Then, when we get time off the … Read more
The innovative and imaginative world of Maleficient, brimming with fantastical and whimsical creatures at every turn, provides a visual 3-D treat that really makes this film soar despite its relatively mellow story and plot. Director Robert Stromberg presents the 1959 … Read more
My daughter is a big fan of the movie How to Train Your Dragon. When I found out about the media day for How to Train Your Dragon 2, I was so excited to be able to attend it. I … Read more
Being a gadget geek usually means I’ll know within just a few minutes of use whether or not I’ll like a device and from the moment I opened the box, before I even turned this one on, I knew this … Read more
May 30th audiences will get to see the dawning of the evil precursor to Sleeping Beauty. We always see the struggle of the hero or the heartache of the brave princess, but we never see the story that made the … Read more
I remember growing up and being so excited for summer vacation, as it allowed me two whole months to work on my tan. Being young and having absolutely no responsibilities besides keeping my room clean, I remember hitting the beach with … Read more
The cake has been cut, the honeymoon taken (hopefully) and now you’re back home to bask in the contentment of married life. Yeah right. Unless you have magical elves working for you, you have to unpack, make changes to all … Read more
If you’ve ever dreamed of having a coastal wedding overlooking the beach on a beautiful blue sky day, or during a radiant sunset you’re not alone. According to The Knot, 350,000 destination weddings happen annually, with a majority of newlyweds … Read more
Mismatched bridesmaid dresses are still very much on trend this year and like a good wine, they just keep getting better and better. The styles are mostly sticking to a few basic rules but they’re getting more adventurous and occasionally, … Read more