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There are a lot of incredible movements happening within mom communities lately in an effort to cultivate stronger relationships between moms online and off. One of my favorite movements follows the hashtag #FedIsBest. It’s all about commending moms for feeding their … Read more
White water rafting is an exhilarating adventure whether you are experienced or not. All over the world you can take rafting trips from beginner level to expert, and each trip allows you to experience your destination through active participation with the environment. … Read more
It took just one gymnastics class at the age of 8 to have me envisioning myself as a professional athlete…and it only took one year of gymnastics to realize that dream definitely wasn’t going to pan out for me. So … Read more
Closing my eyes, I press my cheek to the top of my son’s head and inhale deeply as the salty air kisses my lips. I smell our beach perfume. A mixture of sunshine, sea and sunblock with a hint of … Read more
A couple of weeks I ago, I was at the Americana in Glendale, getting my snack on at the Sahale Snacks Flavor Experience, when my nose led me to their scent wall. Never one to pass up a fun quiz … Read more
The massive Unaweep Canyon in Gateway, Colorado has formations estimated to be over a billion years old, and their unique shapes are thought to be molded by the flowing waters of the Colorado and Gunnison rivers. These vibrant red rocks … Read more
Can we just all agree that lemon is pretty much the best dessert flavor in the whole planet? I mean it’s citrusy and goes deliciously well with a sweet cake. It’s also incredibly versatile, and I haven’t found the first … Read more
They say food is art, but Sushi Art takes the concept to a WHOLE new level. Many expert sushi connoisseurs already consider sushi an art form but these reinterpretations of rice stuffed seaweed paper rolls take it to a whole new … Read more
If you have ever experienced a urinary tract infection (UTI) then you are all too familiar with the pain and discomfort this brings to your life. Did you ever wonder why UTI rhymes with cry? Yeah, because that’s what you … Read more
There are some things that I love like the comfort of ordering takeout after a day spent running errands, but there are things that I love even more, like making said takeout food at home (hint: it tastes better). So … Read more
My son. He has the most heart warming smile and if his giggle could be bottled, it would sell for millions. My daughter has the kindest most beautiful soul. She is her brother’s biggest fan, although I think the feeling is mutual. … Read more
Whether it’s Pasta Dishes, Fish Tacos, Appetizers or afterschool snacks, cheese is ALWAYS on our shopping list, we’re cheese heads. We buy three or four eight oz packages each month! Inspired by a recipe I found while shopping for pastry puffs, I created these Cheesy … Read more
Whether we’re packing for a purpose or taking trips that give back, Surf and Sunshine loves social good platforms. We believe that todays connected world is capable leveraging the new resources we have like technology, e-commerce and social media to … Read more
Have you been cursed with a crazy family? Does every gathering turn into a screaming match? Is there no such thing as a secret because no one can keep their mouth shut? Do you often think your outrageous family is … Read more
When was the last time you truly disconnected from technology and connected with friends? For most of us, it’s been a while. It’s now common and accepted (if annoying) to constantly be checking our phones, answering texts and updating social … Read more
The Sundance Film Festival, the largest independent film festival in the United States, sees hundreds of films each year. This year the festival served as the debut for Sing Street, a feel-good coming of age story centered around a 14-year-old … Read more