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Memorial Day is just around the corner and that means friends, family, laughs and BBQs ’round these parts. While we are family of grilling fools, sadly, our well-loved and overused BBQ is on it’s last legs. With only 2 of the 3 burners … Read more
One of my joys as a child, and still today, were the hours I spent learning to cook in my grandmothers kitchen. I still find myself dialing her number if there is ever an ingredient that stumps me or a recipe … Read more
When Maddilyn entered her first year of preschool, I was excited to bake treats for the Holidays. I had never been much of a baker but pinterest beckond with all of it’s sweet confections. Classroom treats were the perfect excuse to … Read more
There is something about the holidays that send me into a cleaning frenzy. Maybe it’s the fact that I know an influx of “new” is going to be arriving in my house. Maybe it’s that our house, especially our bathroom, … Read more
With a diverse history of original Taino Indian inhabitants to Spanish colonization with African slaves and the ultimate acquisition by the United States, Puerto Rico is a veritable melting pot of cultures. Being a “stopping point” for many travelers on … Read more
This post brought to you by Happy Family Products . The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. Isn’t it strange how your life can change in just an instant? With the birth of my son, … Read more
Madrid exudes a beauty that will soon rekindle your passion for life and this is one ‘bucket list’ destination that should be visited sooner rather than later. Here are ten of the best reasons to visit this historic and cosmopolitan city. … Read more
These delicious summer wedding appetizers are perfect for fair weather weddings and celebrations – they’re light, refreshing and cool. They can be served as a pre-dinner cocktail hour or at any point in the evening. One of the best ways … Read more
With a big thanks to Knott’s Berry Farm, I was able to cover the 2014 New Year’s Eve festivities from “Knott’s Merry Farm” in Buena Park, CA. This was my first time experiencing New Year’s Eve at the World’s First Theme Park and it … Read more
It always seems like I never have enough time in the day. This is especially true during the Holidays where I always seem to find myself wishing for just one more hour. One more hour to work, one more hour … 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
Do you love baked cheesy potatoes? So does my grandma – and she has a secret recipe that she swears by. This baked cheesy potato casserole is the perfect comfort food for chilly winter nights. It’s cheesy, creamy, and absolutely … Read more
October 31st may be centered on children and candy, and but that doesn’t mean adults aren’t entitled to a little fun too with some Halloween drink costumes! Celebrate an adult version of All Hallow’s Eve with some alcoholic liquid treats … Read more
Although we’ve been to Disneyland plenty of times, we’ve never been for Halloween. At first I wasn’t sure what to expect from Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party, but turns out it’s exactly what it sounds like! Not so scary … Read more
I’m not sure what it is with kids and slime, but it certainly is a magical combination! My son and his friends look forward to the weeks before Halloween each year when I find a couple of fun Halloween treats … Read more
My son is OBSESSED with Peanut Butter and Jelly Sandwiches. While I don’t mind sending them to school with him each morning (on wheat bread, of course), I often get worried that I’m being a “lazy mom” by not making … Read more