It was just about 11 pm and I had drifted off to sleep knowing I had to rise early for my flight back to America when suddenly I was awakened by the buzzing of my cell phone. With a bit of nervous hesitation, I peered at the caller ID and…
As a mom, I have been given many titles over the years: the quirky mom, the dependable mom, the strangely embarrassing mom, the annoying mom, the room mom, the blunt and unfiltered mom and even the recovering helicopter mom. However, the one thing I may never be called is the…
A great quote can give us that little boost to lift our mood. But a great quote from a great woman can sometimes be the spark that lights the fire deep within our soul and inspires us to be more and do more. Whether you need encouragement or validation, these…
Paris is one of those magical cities that captures your soul the minute you arrive. With famous landmarks, world class shopping and dining, quaint little streets that take you back in time, the sights of Paris will have you falling in love over and over again. The beauty of this…
Have you been dreaming of an island vacation, but think you need a U.S. Passport to make it happen? Think again. These 7 tropical island destinations don’t require U.S. passports to visit. So pack your bags and head to one of these little slivers of paradise: 1| Key West, Florida…
After months of reading about this year’s Chinese Lantern Festival and seeing the gorgeous pictures posted all across social media, I was ecstatic to learn the festival tour dates included stops in my home state of Florida. Sunset Cove Amphitheater, one of this year’s stops, is located inside South County Park…
Martin Luther King Jr. is one of the few people who was born into this world and became a rare and precious gift to humanity. He spoke the truth, guided with wisdom and changed the course of history. Although his time on earth was but a brief moment, his inspiring…
Vacationing and/or living in sunny South Florida is more than spending your days enjoying miles of gorgeous sandy beaches and crystal clear blue waters. To truly enjoy South Florida, spend a bit of time discovering its hidden gems and unique attractions the average tourist and resident might overlook. I recently…
The story of Hanukkah and the miracle of how God blessed one day’s worth of oil and made it last for 8 days in order to light the temple’s menorah is such a rich and beautiful story. The story not only highlights God’s miracle, but also intertwines with historic gold…
While the rest of the country may be dreaming of a snow-filled white Christmas and trying to stay warm by a cozy fire, here in sunny tropical South Florida our holidays are sizzling in ways that are truly unique to the Sunshine State. Whether you happen to live here year…
