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Christmas in Paradise
By Ashley Harris “Camping? For Christmas? Are you nuts?” My family couldn’t believe it. For years, my house served as the nexus for the holidays, connecting family and tradition. On Christmas Eve, I always hosted a cookie painting party—complete with…
Surf and Turf with a Side of Iconic History – Carolina Seafood and Steak
By Tammie Hughes Tangible history of the iconic Ocean Forest Hotel can be found throughout Carolina Seafood and Steak, with salvaged and preserved pieces of Myrtle Beach’s forgotten opulent past. The grandiose vision of John T. Woodside of Greenville, SC,…
Embrace A Fresh Start With A Dream Life Blueprint
Starting over is one of the most powerful decisions a person can make. Whether it’s a new habit, a new city, or a completely new identity, choosing to embrace a fresh start gives you permission to grow into the person…
Cover Artist: Kyra Kendall
Kyra Kendall graduated from The University of Toronto with a degree in Visual Studies. Kyra began selling her work full time in 2016. Kyra can think of no other word than ‘blessed’ to have so many amazing people own her…
Vanitas Paintings: Vanity as Value and Vice
By Jules McJules We’ve all seen ‘em, the beautiful but morose still-life paintings with the jewelry and the skulls. Vanitas paintings are a staple for any goth aesthetic, the fancier the better. But what are they? Where did they come…
November 2025 Book Review: Bessie in Love and War
Book by: Karen StokesReview by: Dr. Wendy Hooper-Meletes, Ed.D., owner of Litchfield Books Writing under a fictitious name of Patience Pennington, Elizabeth Allston Pringle (1845–1921), author of A Woman Rice Planter and Chronicles of Chicora Wood, penned diary entries of…
A Couple of Girls on a Mission
By Wendy Kennar My eighty-year-old mom tells the story every year. Usually, more than once during the Thanksgiving season. “Do you remember the year we went…?” I cut her off. “To Fedco.” “The year we woke up early so you…
Cover Artist: Rebecca Aldernet
Rebecca is a seasoned professional with a successful commercial art career in marketing, art direction, and entrepreneurship that has transitioned into a full-time artist, capturing the poetry of daily life in Atlantic Canada. Her vibrant canvases reveal the intimate connection…
Campfire Mule
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The Thank You Your Body Deserves
Thrive with Dr. Torri: Tips for a Healthier You | November 2025 November is the season of gratitude. We gather with family and friends, savor favorite foods, and celebrate traditions that make life sweet. But in the rush of shopping,…
Being Thankful Every Day: Filling Your Gratitude Box All Year
By Laura Holtby While Thanksgiving and the bulk of major holidays fall around the time of seasonal affect disorder, it’s important to grasp that serotonin early and allow for consistent routines of positive change, healthy habits, and overall good feelings.…
From Starting Gate to Homestretch – Thoroughbreds Chophouse Is A Triple Crown Winner
By Tammie Hughes A fine dining experience should exude elegance, sophistication, and attention to detail. Think warm candlelight, fireplaces, white tablecloths, gourmet cuisine, and impeccable service. They should hit the mark on all fronts. Thoroughbreds delivered, and the triple crown…
A Fall Favorite: Loaded Root Vegetable Soup
By Tammie Hughes In anticipation of a busy end of the month, preparing for the Thanksgiving holiday, give this root vegetable soup a try for an easy, cozy dinner. This soup uses five kinds of roots – parsnips, turnips, rutabaga,…
All Dressed Up! Savory Southern Tricolor Dressing
By Tammie Hughes Southerners, please do not be offended because I am not using cornbread! I am using a trio of breads: pumpernickel, sourdough, and caraway rye. I also do not use eggs or too much chicken stock; this dressing…
Catching My Second Wind
By Joy Nevin Axelson Last year, I turned 50. Instead of getting a new car or a new husband, I decided to take a writing class. I’ve been writing poetry since fourth grade. Most of it is saccharine drivel about…
Creating a Cozy Home Sanctuary With Minimal Effort
Your home should be a place to unwind and recharge after a long day. Creating a cozy home sanctuary is about surrounding yourself with comfort and personal touches that bring peace. You don’t need to spend a fortune or hire…
The Corpse Bride Reviver Cocktail
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Cover Artist: Kamran Razghandi
Kamran began his artistic journey in 2016, working primarily with oil painting. His first commissioned artwork came from Poland, and since then, he has created pieces for collectors and clients in many countries, including the United States, Spain, Italy, the…
What Makes a House a Home
A building may provide shelter, but it takes something deeper to create belonging. The phrase makes a house a home captures that difference. Comfort, security, memories, and personal touches change a property into a meaningful place. You notice it in…
A Q&A with Drs. Dr. Torri and Michael Gambacorta About Their New Book: Beyond the Prescription
What inspired you to write Beyond the Prescription, and why did you feel now was the right time to release it? Dr. Mike: I have treated thousands of patients with pain who were told their only option was medication, injections,…