By Randy Moore, Publisher – Each of us is the culmination of innumerable choices spanning a lifetime. That includes the choice to judge our experiences as good, bad, happy, and sad. Eventually, with the certainty of a final sunset, we learn to value those choices that matter most like the choice to be happy each…
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Local award-winning artist Kaytee Esser moved to Port Charlotte four years ago after living in Jacksonville the prior six years. She was raised near Chadds Ford, Pennsylvania and completed her BFA Degree in Painting from Kutztown University. We connected with Kaytee to learn more about the pleasures and challenges of being a professional artist. “For…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Nick Gosselin, the Director of Marketing for Freedom Boat Club. Learn more online at FreedomBoatClub.com. You can sign up to join one of their 20 Southwest Florida clubs on their website or call 888-781-7363 to connect with a membership executive. Nick, please introduce your company?Freedom Boat Club is the world’s…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Whitney Zora Stetler, the owner of Cocoa Yoga Café located at 13843 Tamiami Trail in North Port. Visit CocoaYogaCafe.com to learn more and to schedule a class. Classes are available for beginners and advanced students. Whitney, what’s your vision for Cocoa Yoga Café?Cocoa Yoga Café is a peaceful oasis for…
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Editor’s Note: Sherry Ingbritsen is the Director of Admissions and Career Services with the East West College of Natural Medicine in Sarasota. Please call 941-355-9080. Learn more at EWCollege.edu. What’s the mission of the college and what degree programs can students earn?Our mission is to serve students, employers, and their communities by providing our students…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Mike Levine, the franchise owner of Home Instead Senior Care in Venice. Mike was recognized with our Venice Lifetime Achievement Award last year. His business also received the Health Care Business of the Year Award from the Venice Chamber of Commerce. Please call 941-375-8400 or visit HomeInstead.com/729. Mike, please introduce…
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By Traci Dalrymple – Essential oils support the immune and respiratory systems making them a great tool to help support your health during cold and flu season. There are many oils that support the immune and respiratory systems. I will share my top three choices for both and ways to incorporate them into your daily…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Samantha “Sam” Cucchi with Caddy Carts located at 12691 S. Tamiami Trail in North Port. Please call 941-474-4747. Learn more at Caddy-Carts.com. Sam, please introduce your company.Caddy Carts is a local family owned and operated full-service dealership that has been in business for more than 30 years. The team at…
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Victoria Dietz has an entrepreneurial spirit. Not only in her individual creations as a multi-faceted artist, but also in how she uses her creativity to help other business owners in the region. She provides clients with custom fine art, website design, social media content, new logos, and even photography. Her local clients have included Classic…
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Editor’s Note: We spoke with Dr. Gary Bolen at Contour Light of Venice to learn more about Body Contouring Technology also known as LED Light Therapy. His office is located at 4140 Woodmere Park Blvd., Suite 2 in Venice. Please call 941-497-7424. Learn more at VeniceVillageChiropractic.com. Dr. Bolen, what is LED Light Therapy and how…
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By Randy Moore, Publisher & Editor – Healthy living continues to be one of my top priorities. My early motivation stemmed from heart-related issues among older family members. Jogging 2-3 miles three times a week for 20 plus years also helped me manage stress. In 2006, at age 51, I launched my Fitness Points Program.…
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Claudia Daniels has been living in Venice for nearly two decades after relocating here from Mainz, Germany. “I came to the U.S. to study English and fell in love with Florida’s sunshine, beaches, wildlife, and the small town charm of Venice,” she said. Claudia’s creativity as a photographer has been enhanced by her experience in…
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