Few parents or grandparents would question the importance of raising strong, independent and courageous children. However, knowing how to accomplish that is an entirely different matter. In her 2017 book, “World Changer, “Gold Star mother Karen Vaughn shares an insightful blueprint and study guide grounded in the incredible journey raising her son, Aaron. Aaron Vaughn […]
Naples is a community such as no other. You hear people in jest, well sort of, tell their friends not to tell too many people about this great place. But, the enthusiasm can’t be contained and now it’s well known that Naples has been often called one of the best places to live. People make […]
by Lois Bolin Old Naples Historian Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not. Four year ago, in my December 2013 Life in Naples column, I wrote, “…their vision is clear: address one of the most important factors affecting literacy — access to books. Authentic leadership […]
The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (H.R. 1) has passed, mainly starting in 2018, and if you are confused by how this new law will impact you, you’re not alone. So that you have an idea about how these changes might affect individual taxpayers like yourself, I have assembled some of the key points of […]
Advertorial February always reminds us of Valentine’s Day and love; not something a builder usually talks about, but here goes. To be happy in life, I think we need to love what we do, love those around us, and love our surroundings. Although I can’t help you with your job or your family and friends, […]
by Allen Weiss, MD, MBA, FACP, FACR President and CEO, NCH Healthcare System What you think will happen, happens. People bring their own weather. Expecting a certain result increases the chance of that outcome. Self-fulfilling prophecies become realities. This phenomenon known as the Pygmalion Effect is the power of creating positive expectations. The Pygmalion Effect […]
by Dan E. Summers, Director Collier County Bureau of Emergency Services and Emergency Management It is my sincere hope that everyone in our community, especially those hardest hit by Hurricane Irma, are on the road to recovery and that the generosity of our neighbors made the holidays as pleasant as possible for those experiencing tough […]
by Clay Cox, Owner/President Kitchens by Clay We are in the local building business and the one thing we know for sure is that building loyalty is the most important thing we can accomplish in the course of any year. The funny thing is that doesn’t just mean loyalty among and with our clients, it […]
Dear Artsperts: I’m just curious, what happens to unsold paintings when an artist dies? Got any horror stories from your Gallery’s half century plus in the art business? Signed, Errors of Heirs Dear Errors, Having been in business as a gallery since January of 1964, we have represented hundreds of artists and/or their estates. Like […]
by Erick Carter Do you remember the scene in “South Pacific” where Nellie jumps into a cold shower to shampoo her hair? She then begins to sing “I’m gonna wash that man right out of my hair!” Forget about the man. Could she really have gotten her hair clean? Why not? Most people go into […]