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There is nothing in this world that compares to the first moment you hold your child. It is earth moving and terrifying. Everything stops for a moment, and this overwhelming sense of true love fills your world. For a Mother, … 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
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
[infobox]Women perform 66% of the world’s work but earn 10% of the world’s income.[/infobox] The Coca-Cola Company has stepped up to help women around the world take control of their lives. Teaming up with a group of partners to give … Read more
Is there anything you wouldn’t do to protect your child? I want you to think about that for a moment… Now, what if your child was missing or in imminent danger? What if they were being held against their will? … Read more
At this very moment, the Philippines are threatened by the possibility of yet another Super Typhoon. As of one hour ago, Typhoon Hagupit is the equivalent of a Category 5 Hurricane, making it the most powerful typhoon of 2014, and is … Read more
There are many things my daughter has learned from my husband. She knows how to balance on his feet while he twirls her around a dance floor. She has been learned the joy of an absolute yes, and how to … Read more
As of 2014 my husband became the third generation to serve his country in the United States Military. He, his father and his grandfather served in different branches and all have received a ribbon for serving in a time of … Read more
You’ve probably seen it many times and never thought much about it. That cute little fuzzy duckling on the bottle of Dawn ultra liquid dish soap. If you’re like me, then you probably assumed that the duckling was just a … Read more
Isn’t it funny how much information you can gain from a woman by peering into the contents of her purse? I’m not talking about happening upon a drivers license or social security number. My purse will tell you I have … Read more
Have you ever had the chance to help someone truly in need of compassion and aide? Did you step outside your own comfort zone and travel to a foreign land to offer that help? We often hear about atrocious acts … Read more
Right at this moment, how many unused toys do you have lying around? Are they spilling out of boxes stuffed in the basement or attic? Do you keep meaning to donate them or sell them whenever you get around to … Read more
Did you ever play dress up as a little girl? Did you put on your mom’s beautiful clothes and heels and admire yourself in the mirror thinking of the fancy clothes you would own some day? Did you have your … Read more
In one day, think about how many times you smile? A lot, right? It is how you greet others, it is how you show loved ones that you care, it is how you express your feelings. A smile can change … Read more
Guess what! You’ll never guess…Ok, I’ll just tell you. I am finally telling people that I am pregnant! It feels great not to have to keep quiet anymore, but I must say there is so much changing in my life … Read more
Do you have a little soccer star? Or maybe just a little soccer fan with a huge love for the game? Then you need to know that McDonald’s is sending twenty five kids from the U.S. to the 2014 FIFA … Read more