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Lisa Resnick

Rediscovering beauty through art, passion and stories around us

This week, there’s been a lot on my mind. I could write about my grandpa and how, as a child, I would watch him craft ships in a bottle, completely mesmerized by the magic of it all. I never figured out how he did it — his hands steady, his mind focused, creating something so intricate in such a confined space. It seemed impossible. Or, I could share the rollercoaster of parenting a teenager, like my 16-year-old son, who has decided not to speak to his father and me because we dared to enforce the rules he agreed to. Parenting. It’s not for the faint of heart, is it? But ...

This is for those who live with risk every day

This column goes out to all of you who live with risk every day of your lives. You know who you are. You’re the ones who allowed love to happen despite the uncertainty. You had kids. You started your own business. You trusted someone when every fiber of your being screamed at you not ...

Who still has their holiday decorations up?

I have to ask: who still has their holiday decorations up? Don’t worry; no judgment here. I’m just genuinely curious. For me, it’s always been about clearing the decks before the New Year. I know, bah humbug, right? But hear me out. As I’ve shared before, the moment Halloween ends, ...

Hidden gems and bold dreams

There’s something magical about stumbling upon a hidden gem, a place that wows you not just for its beauty, but for the sheer surprise of its existence. These aren’t always the flashy spots you see on travel guides or Instagram feeds — they’re the ones that quietly take your breath away, defying expectations and creating moments you can’t wait to tell others about. Now, I’m not saying that the obvious places for beauty, food or shopping aren’t extraordinary. They absolutely are. But there’s a special kind of joy in discovering something remarkable in the least ...

A new year brings with it a new perspective

Well, here we are — at the doorstep of another year. Can you believe it? Another 12 months have flown by in what feels like the blink of an eye. Some of us are probably scratching our heads, wondering where the time went, while others are ready to wave goodbye to 2024 with a mix of relief ...

The gift of time: Make every moment count

This week has been … well, one for the books. I’ve always been a thinker — an overthinker if we’re being real — but this week? Let’s just say it hit new heights. Maybe it’s because I just celebrated another trip around the sun. Maybe it’s because conversations about ...