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As a new military spouse, I’ve quickly witnessed first hand the sacrifice the men and women of the Armed Forces make every day, from the long hours away from their family daily to even longer stretches spent on deployment. This … Read more
On a recent trip to Las Vegas, I was inspired by the most delicious salad I have ever tasted. The light salad was composed of very few ingredients and yet it was filling and bursting with flavor that reminded me … Read more
Hardly able to contain his excitement, my husband practically squealed as he walked in the door, arms laden with grocery bags, “Guess what was on sale at the store tonight!?” “Snakes and puppy dog tails?”, I respond. “Yes, but the lady … Read more
Summer has finally arrived! I couldn’t be more excited for warm weather, days by the pool and afternoons at the beach. But before I can partake in any of the fun, I have to buckle down and get our new … Read more
I’ve known Jeana going on five years now, and over the course of this time I’ve watched her evolve from a fairly new blogger to a power house of wisdom, insight and influence. It’s her drive to succeed, willingness to … Read more
It’s been a busy month for our family. We began our journey to Michigan in March and for the last five weeks, we’ve bounced back and forth between Michigan and Florida. In between, my daughter has had three birthday parties, … Read more
This post brought to you by Country Inns & Suites By Carlson. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. Our family has been busy traveling for the last month and we have a jam-packed schedule … Read more
This post brought to you by Dollar General. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. My sister is getting married this summer, and I am the maid of honor. As many of you know, this … Read more
It wasn’t that long ago that I sat impatiently on the couch as my mother opened her Mother’s Day present. “It feels like a book,” she said feigning enthusiasm. “Just open it, already!” I shouted. As she pulled off the … Read more
Fret not, Marvel fans. A sophomore slump is the last thing writer-director Joss Whedon needs to worry about, as his highly anticipated sequel Avengers: Age of Ultron takes almost painstaking effort to maintain and perhaps even surpass the momentum of … Read more
There are a hundred reasons why parents are losing their sleep. Babies who wake up in the middle of the night, kids who sneak into bed, and having a million things to do during the day are just a few of … Read more
Warren Farrell once said, “A woman with organizing skills can run a construction company without ever picking up a hammer and nail.” Organization is the key to a balanced life, and my main tool has become Windows 8.1. It has simplified the … Read more
MSC Cruises new Vista class cruise ships debut with the MSC Meraviglia to be completed in May 2015. With more than just luxury styling and amenities, it is the beginning of a new era of cruise ships. The mighty Mediterranean … Read more
It’s no secret The Avengers can get by without a little help from their friends. The comic book world’s de facto cool kids may have gotten the party started all on their own, but despite proving themselves the most successful … Read more
As a stay at home mom, I really struggled with the decision to put my son in preschool. Early learning is very important to me and I wanted to be sure I wasn’t just placing him into a “daycare” environment. … Read more
I’ve never had any desire to visit Las Vegas, only knowing the city as an adult’s playground. I wasn’t turned off by the idea but it wasn’t a place I would pick for a vacation destination either. Imagine my surprise when … Read more