What if I told you that some of the best affordable wine is also the healthiest? In fact, it’s so healthy, it’s been dubbed the “longevity wine” and is drunk by multiple centenarians in the blue zones of the Italian island of Sardinia. Centenarians! If […]
As with most of what I’ve been sharing on this adventure, I’ll write something down, walk away, then return. I get frustrated with myself in what feels like an inability to really capture what I’m experiencing in a thousand words or so. Then, I justify […]
The quiet was palpable – even at 9am, Modena, Italy’s calm was like a warm, weighted blanket, in stark contrast to Firenze’s hustle and bustle. I was welcomed by the chill and distinct cobblestone unlike any that I’ve ever traversed. The following is equal parts […]
Italy is a place where I’m often reminded of my nonna’s cajoling. “Have you eaten?” “Yes, nonna.” “Ah, okay, have some of this,” as she sets the table with three different pasta dishes, fried zucchini, and beans. And you probably think I’m exaggerating. I assure […]
In Florence, you can climb 414 stairs to the top of Campanile di Giotto (Giotto’s Bell Tower). I did just that in the summer of 2023. You might be wondering why the hell anyone would choose to traverse 414 steps through an extremely narrow pathway, […]
If you’ve never heard of Timeshifter, this post is for you. I’ve heard many people swear by this app’s ability to use a personalized, science-based strategy to minimize jet lag and circadian disruption. It intentionally adjusts the body’s internal clock with targeted light exposure, timed […]
Planning a short getaway is one thing, but a trip that stretches over three months or more? That’s a whole different ballgame. The stakes are higher, the planning more detailed, and the peace of mind you’ll get from being well-prepared is priceless. When I first […]
The Celebrating Women series was born out of an effort to support women’s rights and celebrate women’s achievements. The idea began during International Women’s Day and the month of March, spurred by the ongoing misogynistic, sexist, and racist views coming from much of American political […]
Amanda Schoenbeck and I “met” at work. I put “met” in quotations because we’ve only ever met virtually, via conference calls and team meetings. Nonetheless, her enthusiasm and initiative caught my attention immediately. One of my favorite things about Amanda is her yearning to foster […]
MaryLou and I met at a Dodgers game, if I recall correctly. Her husband and I worked together and are also friends, and the team was doing a fun weekend outing to Dodger’s Stadium. MaryLou is the type of woman who captures your attention with […]
