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Goodwill has been around since 1902, but with the help of hipsters, new trends, and the lingering poor economy, their network of nonprofit thrift shops have seen a new revival that not only helps shoppers save money, but contribute towards … Read more
Like it or not, television is inescapable. The key is learning how to use it wisely especially when it comes to our impressionable young children. Television is best used when it’s a learning tool. Talk about the message the show is … Read more
Whether we’re exploring our home states or boarding planes to far away lands, the Surf and Sunshine team is composed of women (moms) who LOVE to travel. While I’ve just started on my traveling journey I’ve been on some … Read more
Only a short flight away from Europe but with a distinctly different culture, the North African country of Tunisia is a low-cost holiday destination with a difference. As renowned for its beaches as it is for its wealth of historic … Read more
The lines were quickly drawn when it came to which amusement parks we would be visiting during our Orlando Vacation. Basically there were two camps: Team Thrill Junkies and Team Wildlife. Somehow that line was evenly divided between the guys … Read more
With numerous attractions, amusement parks and dinner shows it’s inarguable that Orlando suffers from no shortage of family friendly amenities. But it left this girl to wonder, what about those time grandma offers to babysit and she finds herself free … Read more
What happens when your gorgeous and successful husband’s mistress knocks on your door? Everybody knows the mistress becomes a sworn enemy and that the husband is immediately dubbed a cheating pig, but what if something else happened? What if the … Read more
This DIY Paper Flower Bouquet has to be the best Mothers Day gift ever. The flowers won’t wilt, she can’t kill them and they look great on the dining room table. Best of all, they shower mom in compliments. Read Next: 25 … Read more
On a recent trip to the New York International Auto Show, I had the pleasure of learning about the all new 2015 Sedona, Kia’s new multi-purpose vehicle capable of transporting 8 passengers along with their belongings in person. Even though … Read more
When you think of Hawaii, the first thing that comes to mind might not be art, perhaps it’s beautiful beaches or spectacular sunsets. While you can certainly enjoy both at the Disney Aulani Resort and Spa in Ko Olina, the Hawaiian … Read more
Did you ever play dress up as a little girl? Did you put on your mom’s beautiful clothes and heels and admire yourself in the mirror thinking of the fancy clothes you would own some day? Did you have your … Read more
My daughter has been eyeing my new Nokia Lumia 1520 Windows Phone for the last week. This smartphone has an awesome six-inch screen and everything looks gorgeous on it – the photos are sharp, the colors are vibrant, the games … Read more
As someone who had no interest in alligators prior to my trip to Kissimmee, Florida, I was surprised at how much I enjoyed spending time at the Alligator Capital of the World: Gatorland. A privately owned 110-acre theme park and … Read more
If there is one thing I can definitively say about Ben and I, it’s that we tend to run out of the box. We like things that are different or unique and we have a silly sense of humor (have … Read more
In one day, think about how many times you smile? A lot, right? It is how you greet others, it is how you show loved ones that you care, it is how you express your feelings. A smile can change … Read more
I know what you’re thinking. Why are you talking about the holidays in April!??! Well I KNOW I’m not the only one who loves all the flavors and smells of the holiday season. There’s always a certain recipe, whether it … Read more