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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
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
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
Wearing its heart too obviously on its sleeve, the new family film Little Boy is a well-made, if overly earnest, faith-based fairy tale. Adults may appreciate the vivid, Norman Rockwell look of WWII-era California. Teens and the naturally cynical will … Read more
When I think of Las Vegas, it’s bright neon lights, staying up til the sun rises, dancing all night in clubs, rolling the dice at casinos, award winning shows – the makings of a veritable adult playground – come to mind. Of … Read more
Internet speeds have come a long way since the days of dial up but as with everything else in life, we’re always looking for ways to be better and faster. Some just automatically default to buying a faster internet package … Read more
As a new mom with a full time job, I have to make the most of every moment. In order to start working off those last pregnancy pounds before summer arrives, I have been hitting the gym next door to my office … Read more
I have never been a morning person. The only time you will catch me happily up with the sunrise is when I’m traveling. In high school and even early into adulthood this was never much of a problem. But as … Read more
Taking on Universal Orlando is serious business, one that we’re trying to get down to an exact science, which is why we try to visit every spring break – it has nothing to do with being adrenaline junkies, we promise. … Read more
In San Juan, the capital of Puerto Rico, the Atlantic Ocean laps against the shores and provides a serene setting for the miles of beautiful beaches. Ponce de Leon founded the city in 1521 making it the oldest city on … Read more
Gran Canaria, the third largest island in the Canaries just off the coast of Africa, is a spectacular destination that enjoys more or less year-round good weather. This makes it a popular location for those after a bit of winter … Read more
March is finally here and kids everywhere are counting down the minutes to Spring Break. When the final bell sounds, families everywhere will be loading up the minivans (or SUVs) and heading off across the state, across the country or even … Read more
It’s warmer out than I prepare myself for dog sledding Colorado. The sun is shining and the air is a crisp 35 degrees. Perhaps, I think to myself, the 7 layers of mismatched clothing hidden under a fashionable Betty Rides … Read more