Traditional wassailing, caroling from house to house with your hot, mulled cider, known as wassail, is not typically practiced in our southwest, subtropical, warm climate. Instead, we may want to enjoy a tradition from our Caribbean neighbors who celebrate the holiday season with a sweet, ...

We are facing a situation in Southwest Florida that is all too familiar to area gardeners: following hurricanes Helene and Milton in September and October, many of our plants were damaged and either broken or required pruning. The warm temperatures that followed encouraged a burst of new ...

Cold nights, bright day skies and low water will test the inshore angler’s skills this weekend. With nights in the 50s, sleep in Saturday and Sunday then hit the water for the late afternoon warmup for your best shot at cold tolerant redfish and spotted trout. The afternoon starts with ...

I must admit it, I’m in love with palms. Imagine my surprise when we moved to Florida from the Northeast to discover so many varieties … over 3,000 worldwide. So how to identify palms? Looking at the shape of palm fronds (leaves) is the first step. There are two basic shapes or types of ...

Lambo (Oreo) is a 6 months to 1-year-old male. Lambo (Oreo) is a super sweet pup with tons of energy and love to give. He is all about playtime, and he'll keep you entertained with his goofy puppy antics! Lambo (Oreo) would love a family who’s ready for some fun and can keep up with his ...

We continue to see a weekly increase in the number of active listings in the MLS for Cape Coral single-family homes, and it looks like this current trend will push us over the threshold of 3,000-plus homes on the market in the not too distant future. Let that number sink into your thought ...

If you’re from the North as I am, chilly fall temperatures inspire cozy, indoor gatherings. However, living in Southwest Florida’s warm weather and beautiful Gulf coastline encourage a fresh approach to the holiday. From sandy picnics to tropical-inspired meals, embrace the sunshine this ...

Ever wonder about the origins of the cornucopia that graces some of our tables during the Thanksgiving season? Although we who celebrate the season may assume that its origins are more current, this horn of plenty, as it is also called, has its roots in Greek mythology and elsewhere. One take ...

Galway is a 1 to 3-year-old male. He is a big dog with an even bigger heart, and he's got so much love to give. He will admit, he still needs some training, but with the right guidance, he knows he can be the best companion ever. If you’ve got room in your heart and home, and you’re up ...

For the past two years, I have written about hurricane recovery; the first time shortly after Ian devastated our area in September 2022, and then last year as a reflection on the lingering effects in our gardens after Ian’s rampage. This year we have endured the effects of three hurricanes: ...