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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
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
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
“Having a baby is like getting a tattoo on your face. You really need to be certain it’s what you want before you commit.” Elizabeth Gilbert wrote this quote in her book Eat Pray Love. Her sister told her this … Read more
Looking for things to do in Redondo Beach? My town is a family-friendly city that offers many activities for all ages. With plenty of attractions to keep everyone entertained, there’s something for everyone in this coastal city. Ask anyone and … 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
“Up North” pet parents look forward to cooler weather for two reasons: it kills the mosquitoes and it kills the fleas and ticks we spend all summer battling. When I moved south to Florida, I happily traded negative temperatures for … 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
A live-action feature inspired by the classic fairy tale, “Cinderella” brings to life the timeless images from Disney’s 1950 animated masterpiece as fully-realized characters in a visually-dazzling spectacle for a whole new generation. A few weeks ago I had the … Read more
The phone slips from your grasp. There is a fumble and a failed attempt at recovery, leaving your heart to rocket to your stomach at the same speed the phone falls. Suddenly, the exact material you’re standing on is either … Read more
The Arctic Circle is the northernmost part of the world and home to the North Pole. You may be surprised to know that this area actually includes parts of countries like Russia, Greenland, Norway, Sweden and even The United States! … Read more
McFarland, USA is based on the true story of high school cross-country coach Jim White and his ability to transform his team of novice runners into champions. McFarland is a small town in central California, just outside of Bakersfield, where … Read more
Wedding season is just around the corner and invitations should be arriving in the mail within the next month. Creating a wedding registry is one of the final items to check off a couples to-do list. This is such an … Read more