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Summertime Shoes for Kids

This post brought to you by Stride Rite. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. Summer is here and you know what that means, it’s time to let the adventures begin! We kicked things off … Read more

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Your Memories, Your Life, on a Bigger Screen

Over the last 10 months, my husband and I have spent far more days apart than we have together. It’s something we knew we were signing on for when he joined the military almost a year ago, but that doesn’t … Read more

10 Ways to Make Bathtime Fun

This post brought to you by Sterling. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. Bath time is one of my most favorite times of the day.  It’s a signal that the day is drawing to … Read more

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Get Free Money for College on National 529 Day

The U.S. News has reported that about 70% of college graduates in 2013 left college with an average student loan debt of $28,400.  For many readers that may seem scary. For other readers it might sound just about right. I … Read more

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Do you know what’s in your baby wipes?

It was just over 6 weeks ago that I found out our family would be growing from three to four. The initial excitement has since given way to a sense of urgency to prepare. If there was one thing I learned … Read more

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10 Fun Summer Activities for the Family to Do

Just one more month before the school doors open, releasing thousands of students for summer vacation. Our last summer passed by in a whirl and I have a hard time remembering the quality moments. I would like to make more … Read more

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‘Tomorrowland’ Interviews: The Future is Now

Days of future past are on full display in Disney’s Tomorrowland, the studio’s time-bending, world-building epic and next hopeful blockbuster out May 22. A story of a young, wide-eyed science whiz and the cantankerous genius with whom she teams up … Read more

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Tuscan Turkey Bake Recipe

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

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HomeAway: The New Way to Family Vacation

Summer is upon us! For me, that means wedding season is in full bloom. This summer we happen to have a wedding in Northern Michigan in which my husband will be serving as a groomsman. We decided to take a … Read more

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Kia Supports Run for the Wall, A Journey of Honor

Kia Motors America is helping celebrate the brave men and women that have served our Nation. This May, Kia will support Run For The Wall, a special event to promote healing and accountability for those that have served our country. As a way to … Read more