How strange that many of the simplest symbols and accoutrements can strike the deepest of chords within us. Seemingly inconsequential objects take on an overwhelming significance where memory is concerned, and the paddle is a prime example of such. For…
Its name translated from Spanish to “Rich Port,” Puerto Rico’s history is indeed as rich as it is worth celebrating. Originally inhabited by the Taíno tribe and claimed by Christopher Columbus for Spain in 1493, Puerto Rico has endured numerous…
“Who could refrain that had a heart to love and in that heart courage to make love known?,” penned William Shakespeare, and no truer lines have ever been written in regards to the most famous, fiery organ of all. The…
Guilty pleasure or proud indulgence, there’s no denying the heavenly addiction that accompanies cheese. Curd to calzone, every culture around the world has staked its claim in the mouthwatering creation of cheese dishes, and it was only a matter of…
The image of Saint Nicholas has undergone a number of transformations over the years, but the message behind his likeness remains unwavering. In his red robes and white beard, gift sack slung over his shoulder and kindness twinkling in his…
The first snowfall of winter is a truly magical time, when the world falls silent and is quickly transformed into a separate realm entirely. One never grows out of his love for that mystical wonderland, nor the joys of crafting…
The basement of today is a far cry from the dreary spaces of the past, and that transformation begins with the stairs. Modern basement stairs combine style and functionality, whether you prefer traditional farmhouse charm or sleek, contemporary designs. Ideas…
Black is a timeless color that adds elegance and sophistication to any space, especially in the kitchen. Far from gloomy, black kitchen cabinets elevate the room with a modern, cosmopolitan flair. Whether in sleek wood finishes or glass-front paneling, black…
Simplicity can make the strongest impact, and the continuous line tattoo is proof in the flesh of this. The latest and arguably most striking trend in aesthetic tattoo art, continuous line tattoos tell a story with neither a beginning nor…
“Christmas is a magical time of the year” is quite the understatement; for some, it’s THE best time of the year, and well worth celebrating outside the month of December. A period marked by the best of food and even…