Just days into the new year, and our resolutions are still fresh. We want to take control of our lives and shape up or take off to unusual destinations. We want a promotion, or we want to retire and relax. We want to reconnect and disconnect from all the electronic devices and social media that fills our everyday lives.
We want something different. And that could be just about anything – your face, your body, your mind, your life. The best thing is it’s never too late to change whatever needs changing. And now might be time to do it.
Brian Tietz
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Grandeur’s experts this month can help people like me and readers like you. In our cover story, we tap a group of insightful Southwest Floridians for advice on how to get out of a rut, reinvent yourself, look ahead/plan ahead to make changes, conquer fear, accept change and more. What they have to say could change your approach to 2018.
Speaking of taking control. After many years of suffering through severe back pain, local FOX 4 news anchor Patrick Nolan decided managing this mystery ailment wasn’t an option. By practicing yoga he found this ancient exercise was not only good for the body, but the soul. Theo and Maddie Dahl, son and daughter-in-law of famous children’s author Roald Dahl, open up their hearts to raise money to help children after Hurricane Irma destroyed their library.
But the issue isn’t all about serious change. It’s about serious fun, too. The ArtFest Fort Myers marks its 18th year in 2018. We share a sample of some of the works and artists that will be on display at the February event, which is always a favorite to attend mid-season.
We also keep the New Year’s party going with 12 of Southwest Florida’s most festive cocktails made with fresh ingredients, house-made syrups and infusions. Of course you need to sample each to pick which is your favorite.
Whether it’s focusing on your health, your career or your overall happiness, the options are endless. Put your mind to what is most important to you and enjoy the adventure. Grandeur is right there with you.
Until next month,
— Kathryn Robinson Kinsey, Editor & General Manager