Most building developers try to maximize their profits by developing all their owned land. But Angelos Michalopoulos and his wife, Vassiliki Petridou, are opting for the opposite approach. They are choosing to build on only 1% of the land they own so they can afford to preserve the rest of it. As Greek natives, they […]
“The way of love is not a subtle argument. The door there is devastation. Birds make great sky-circles of their freedom. How do they learn it? They fall, and falling, they are given wings.” ~Rumi You can create your dream life from devastation. I speak from first-hand experience. On Thanksgiving Day, my husband knelt before
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In a world that often seems to prioritize self-interest over empathy, raising kind and compassionate children feels more crucial than ever. These acts of small kindness, from sharing toys to offering a listening ear, blossom into a ripple effect of positivity, impacting not just your child but the community around them. But how
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It’s about time I give you a peek at my writing process! My girlfriends often ask, “How do you manage to find the time to write and have a vibrant family and social life?” They ask me because they know I have a non-stop lifestyle. The first thought that goes through my mind is “I
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The future is calling—and it might have some serious dough attached to it. If nothing else, opportunities abound as business leaders, tech teams and clients scramble to figure out how to use AI tools, from ChatGPT to hundreds of others, to level up their businesses. In 2020, the World Economic Forum estimated that, by 2025,
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“Sending love to everyone who’s doing their best to heal from things they don’t discuss.” ~Unknown When I was twelve years old, I planned on taking my own life. I had a plan, I had the means, and I thought about it every single day for months. No one was aware—not my family, not my
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Beauty expert Cora Gold wrote today’s post detailing how to soothe your dry skin during the winter. Enjoy, darlings! *Affiliate Disclosure The change in season means your body faces new threats, like dry skin from harsh outdoor winds and arid indoor heating systems, making your skin itchy and uncomfortable — even in warmer climates. How
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Welcome to the intriguing world of Edgar Allan Poe, a writer whose life and works continue to captivate readers even to this day. This comprehensive biography offers a glimpse into the enigmatic persona of Edgar Allan Poe, the master of mystery and horror. Throughout his life, Poe crafted chilling tales that explore the depths
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FROM THE ARCHIVES February 1902 For years, the morning drumbeat of England has echoed around the world, but now that martial sound is followed by a mightier one—the whir of the American machine tool. The wars of the future will not be struggles by armed men for the control of territory, but contests in which
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Do I have a true Christmas tree story for you! But first, I love the winter holiday season and that means Hanukkah and Christmas. In my beautiful Chicago, branches and tree trunks are covered with sparkling, white lights. High rises are decorated in their finery, and the storefronts are a marvel. You cannot help but
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