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The holidays are a great time for giving back, and also a great time for remembering the needs of others. We here at DTM enjoy giving more than receiving. The true holiday spirit is one of love, warmth and compassion- those traits that truly represent our Savior, the one who we celebrate this Christmas season.

That’s why we are happy to support the Passports with Purpose mission and announce it to our readers. Last year Passports with a Purpose raised enough money to build a school in Cambodia, this year their efforts are focused on building an entire village in India! We can do it, but we need your help!

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Well stocked buffets, spotless state rooms, flawless dinner service- these are all the things you see and expirience while aboard a cruise ship on vacation. But unbeknownst to most behind those service doors is a well oiled machine of crew members and maintanence organizing everything from laundry and room service, to keeping the ship running smoothly and of course steering it in the right direction. Celebrity Cruises was kind enough to let us take a peek behind the scenes of what most cruisers don’t get to see and share with you some things you may not know about your floating vacation.

Officers at the Bridge

This is the Bridge where the Captain spends most of his time. The bridge serves as the navigational, command and control center of the ship.

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It’s a beautiful day to celebrate Mother Earth despite all the earthquakes, volcanos and other natural disasters. The best way to celebrate Earth Day? Visit a National Park (for free!), plan a trip to a place you have never been, or simply turn off all the lights and sing Kumbaya. The choice is yours!

Arches National Park

Did you know that this weekend kicks off National Park Week? What the heck is that you ask? It’s an awesome week where the National Park Service waives fees for entrance at all 392 of their National Parks! It runs April 17- April 25 and chances are you live near one- so get out and enjoy the outdoors and the beauty of this great country! Yellowstone, Yosemite, Grand Canyon- yup all free! Save yourself $25 bucks! What better way to celebrate Earth Day (April 22)?

For more information on National Park Week visit the National Park Service’s website.

These Ballistic shoes provide you with unparalleled cushioning and support, but they could use some help with their logo. Since this is a family friendly blog I’m going to stop there.

Men’s Ballistic White Shoe $129.95 through SkyMall.