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The Minions are back and this time in a feature length film of their own. Admittedly, I have never seen Despicable Me nor its sequel, however it comes as no surprise that these adorable, gibberish-speaking, pill-shaped creatures warranted a spin-off … Read more
Our family seems to be growing at an exponential rate and time spent with everyone together becomes increasingly rare and precious. Most years, our family reunions take place at a little cabin in the middle of nowhere. This year, we … Read more
In the past year, there have been a lot of changes in my life, and I’ll be the first to admit that I have a difficult time facing change. However, as another new year begins, one of my goals this … Read more
This post brought to you by Marriott Resorts. The content and opinions expressed below are that of Surf and Sunshine. I don’t know about you, but I’m a habitual over packer. I find myself trying to pack an outfit for … Read more
I didn’t learn how to swim until I was ten years old. Even then, I didn’t learn from formal lessons or classes. One of my older brothers taught me the doggy paddle and that was good enough in case I … Read more
The more I carry my GoPro during my travels the further I fall in love. Instead of carrying a handheld, my Canon and a waterproof camera in order to get the perfect shot, I finally found something to make my … Read more
The word vacation might conjure up images of tropical beaches or maybe far off countries without romantic languages, but consider the beautiful destinations right here in our own country. Our National Parks showcase the incredible landscapes while preserving them for generations to come. … Read more
Father’s Day can be a tricky holiday to shop for. What do you get a man that spends so much of himself giving to his family? Personally, I don’t think it’s a coincidence that Father’s Day is right around the … Read more
After a long few months apart, followed by another month of chaos, we finally settled into our new home and the last few weekends have been spent in bliss. On Friday nights, we catch up on the DVR and on … Read more
When I got married, the role of family hosting was passed on to me, and I was thrilled to be carrying on the holiday traditions. From summer to winter, my family is constantly gathering for birthdays, holidays, sunny afternoons, and … Read more
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
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
Zoey became a part of our family when my daughter was just three months old. I had grown up with pets all of my life and hoped that Zoey and Maddilyn would grow up to be the best of friends. I … 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
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