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From the moment I moved to New York City, it was love at first sight. As I exited the cab as a 34-year-old and a middle-aged woman, with my spirited 5-year-old child in tow, I felt a deep crush on this iconic city. We had departed from the easy life in San Diego in search … Read more
As one drives down the southern tip of St. Simons Island, one encounters an outstanding sight: a superb double row of live oak trees that have remained virtually unchanged since 1826. This captivating stretch, famously known as The Avenue of the Oaks, was once the grand entrance to the Retreat Plantation, an area that prospered … Read more
Nestled in the vibrant streets of West Village, Caffe Reggio stands as a staple in New York City’s bustling café culture. Known for introducing the “Original Cappuccino” to America, this café has kept its doors open since 1927, steeped in a rich history and backed by the elegance of the Italian Renaissance. The art of … Read more
Once a swampy land, Central Park’s transformation into an extensive green space is nothing short of miraculous. The early visions of Frederick Law Olmsted and the English architect Vaux laid down not just pathways but the cornerstone of what would become the world’s most renowned urban park. These visionary ideas underwent numerous changes, adapting to … Read more
As you wander through the vibrant streets of New York City, make your way to a beautiful escape that sits at the southern tip of Lower Manhattan: The Battery NYC. This Waterfront Park is a verdant retreat steeped in history and offers a plethora of activities to see and do. 14 Things Not to Miss … Read more
In a nutshell, my wanderlust was born from a desire to escape the general state of big-city life in New York City and search for something more, something different – the comfort that comes from immersion in nature. For obvious reasons, traveling, even the idea of hopping on a plane, posed many unknowns during COVID-19. … Read more
The Sidney Lanier Bridge, with its longest-spanning reach, gracefully stretches across the Brunswick River in Georgia like outstretched arms, linking the shores with a sleek design that belies its identity as a massive structure. As one approaches its highest point, there’s a palpable sense of lightness despite the solid steel that soars overhead; the cables … Read more
As a structured person, some might even say anal, I’ve always believed having a plan and a backup plan a sort of blueprint for life, you might say is essential. This was especially true in the structured chaos that is NYC. Little did I know that taking a leap of faith on a short-term contract … Read more
As the calendar pages flutter towards Mother’s Day 2024 in New Zealand, an absolute dream stirs in the hearts of those planning to celebrate the Kiwi moms who grace our lives with incomparable beauty and love every day. For families across NZ, this is a time to honor the important dates that encapsulate the essence … Read more
Nestled in the serenity of St. Simons Island, the Harrington School radiates with stories of its past, serving as an African American school and a beacon of Gullah-Geechee heritage. This storied one-room schoolhouse, once known as Harrington Graded School, served grades 1-7 during the vibrant 1920s, before navigating the twists and turns of desegregation in … Read more
