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Disney had a tall order on its hands when it came time to follow up their animation studio’s record-breaking megahit Frozen, but the team has proven themselves up to the challenge with the hip and heartfelt superhero origin story Big … Read more
Comic book adaptations have saturated the summer movie landscape for years, but Marvel’s recent surge of overlapping narratives courtesy of “The Avengers” and its ilk has exposed the genre to a whole new crop of mainstream audiences. Previously targeting a … Read more
In a male dominated realm, Captain America: The Winter Soldier makes room for a strong female role with the Black Widow. Played by Scarlett Johansson, the character of the Black Widow aka Natasha Romanoff is brought to light in this … Read more
Thor, Captain America, Iron Man, The Hulk, Wolverine – it’s nearly impossible for this fan girl to decide her favorite Marvel superhero. Which super power is better? Thor gets points for being a God. Iron Man has the brains and … Read more
2013 was a banner year for Disney Studios with titles like Oz: The Great and Powerful, Iron Man 3, Monsters University, Thor: The Dark World and Frozen to name a few. I am ever so grateful to be a part … Read more
Looking back on 2013, it’s been a great year for Disney Family movie releases on DVD/Blu-ray. Want to see someone’s face light up with that “I love it” smile? You can’t go wrong with any of these! Frankenweenie (January 8, 2013) … Read more
Now that the wedding planning craziness has passed and the sand has settled, Ben and I are ready to expand our family, and Whistler couldn’t be more on board. His cousins and many of his schoolmates have younger siblings and … Read more
We’ve already fallen in love with Thor, and thankfully, he’s back in his third live-action film appearance with Thor: The Dark World. In case you missed him in Phase One of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, Thor is the son of … Read more
A big thank you to Walt Disney World for allowing the Surf and Sunshine family to experience this magical adventure for the purpose of sharing it with our readers. I’ve been to Walt Disney World a total of two times … Read more
Avengers and Iron Man fans know Virginia “Pepper” Potts (Gwyneth Paltrow) is Tony Stark’s (Robert Downey Jr.) girlfriend. But, did you know when she started at Stark Industries, she was in the secretarial pool? Or that she was previously married … Read more
The routines we stick to daily have a way of influencing not just our physical health but also our mental well-being. Some habits might seem harmless—scrolling through social media before bed or skipping a workout here and there—but over time, … Read more
For many, music starts as a hobby—a way to pass time, release stress, or simply connect with something meaningful. But what if you could transform that passion into a profession? Moving from playing for fun to earning a living through … Read more
San Francisco has always been a city full of life, culture, and creativity. But beyond the iconic Golden Gate Bridge and cable cars, it has quietly become a hot destination for fashionistas and trendsetters looking for the ultimate shopping experience. … Read more
A new color trend has emerged in the vibrant tapestry of modern nuptials, sweeping through wedding aisles and dance floors alike. Green, a symbol of renewal and life, is now the color of choice for contemporary couples seeking a fresh … Read more
The essence of a perfume does more than just enchant the senses; it tells a story. A story that begins in the heart of diverse landscapes, from the lush valleys of Bulgaria to the arid deserts of Arabia. This narrative … Read more
Have you ever found yourself eagerly awaiting those first purposeful words from your little one, only to be met with silence or nonspecific vocalizations? As a parent, it’s natural to treasure each milestone in your child’s development, especially when it … Read more