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This week I was invited to a press round-table event for the new animated musical Lucasfilm, Strange Magic. At the event, I got to sit down with two of the films stars, Elijah Kelley and Meredith Anne Bull. For those … Read more
This post brought to you by Hallmark Hall of Fame. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. Jason Michael Lee was born and raised in Orange County. At the age of 13 he took … Read more
It’s a given that technology has allowed our lives to evolve in a way that is more productive and efficient than ever before – or has it? While innovative apps, faster networks, and a range of useful accessories are turning our … Read more
There is a place in Malacca where a babbling brook cuts through leafy trees who offer shade to two story log cabins. This little piece of paradise is home to the 5-star Philea Resort. Pulling up on it’s brick drive, … Read more
The freezing temperatures, frigid winds and piles of ice and snow that winter brings are not only annoying for you but they can wreak havoc on your car. While they can easily cost money in the short term, they can also lead … Read more
Although I’m a fan of sunshine and warm weather, it’s easy to see why beautiful fall colors and rolling landscapes often beckon adventurers out to play in the crisp, cool air. While I immediately jumped out as we drove by … Read more
A family event movie from the creators of “Coraline” and “ParaNorman” that introduces audiences to a new breed of family – The Boxtrolls, a community of quirky, mischievous creatures who have lovingly raised an orphaned human boy named Eggs (voiced … Read more
My child’s safety is of upmost priority. She is the best thing that has ever been mine and I want to do everything in my power to protect. That being said, can a mama catch a break on these drastic … 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
This post brought to you by Holmes Products. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. The last few decades have seen incredible growth in mobile technology. Thinking back to my first “smartphone” not even 10 … Read more
This post brought to you by What’s your wish?. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. It is the season of magic. It’s when people young and old believe that nearly anything can happen. Wishes … Read more
Our home and life is essentially fueled by Verizon, whether it be awesome 4G LTE coverage on all our mobile devices worldwide, or blazing fast Verizon FiOS internet and TV service. While most people with regular cable providers strictly use … 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
The holidays are a busy time for everyone and I admit that today the craziness of it all got to me. I woke up late and had a million and one things to do before noon. Then it was going … Read more
Have you made your list of New Year’s Resolutions yet? Are they the same ones you make every year? Maybe this year you could resolve to work towards something other than the vague and generic self-improving goals that are usually … Read more
Into the Woods is a musical mash-up of your favorite fairytales that goes beyond the happily-ever-after to discover that things may not be as perfect as they once seemed after the first “I Wish.” No stranger to the stage-to-screen musical … Read more