Sure, our beaches shine all summer long, but the holidays are when 7 Mile Beach really sparkles. Picture Dune Drive and 96th Street glowing with twinkling white lights, shop windows dressed to impress, and the whole island giving off major Hallmark-movie vibes.

It’s been more than a year since my last article, and like everyone, I’m getting older – 101 years in two-legged speak, though I prefer to think of it as 13 in fine Old English Sheepdog style. These days I sleep a lot more than I used to, dreaming bigger than ever.

The holiday season has officially arrived, and with it a calendar full of festive gatherings. From office parties to cozy nights out with friends, it feels like there’s a new outfit needed every night of the week.

The holiday season brings endless chances to get out and celebrate, whether it’s catching up with old friends over happy hour or tearing up the dance floor at your company’s holiday bash. And of course, every occasion calls for the right outfit.

The holiday season is upon us, and hopefully amid the hustle and bustle you find time to sit back and relax and enjoy everything the season brings. Whether it’s grabbing dinner with friends or hitting a few more stores on your list, this outfit from The Preppy Palm is casual and comfortable yet chic, so you will still look your best!

The holiday season is meant to be joyful, yet for many it’s a stretch of exhaustion disguised as celebration. Between disrupted sleep, endless commitments, travel, and sugar-laden traditions, it’s no wonder we start January feeling inflamed, sluggish, and ready for a “reset.”

The holidays are magical … and a little bit hectic! Between wrapping paper and cookie crumbs, everyone deserves a quiet moment. A good book can be your ticket to peace, or the perfect gift for someone else. Here are some heartwarming reads to help you soak up the holiday spirit.

As I sit down to write today, the government shutdown is on Day 16. Three days ago, the Middle East peace deal was signed, and there’s growing hope that the war between Russia and Ukraine may finally come to an end. Isn’t that what this time of year is supposed to inspire? Peace and happiness?

By the time dessert hits the table, most holiday hosts have stopped thinking about wine. The bottles opened with dinner are still scattered around – a half-empty Cab, a stray Pinot, maybe a Chardonnay – and then the pies arrive. It is tradition but can be chaos.

The most wonderful time of year is now upon us. Some people are filled with excitement and anticipation, while others carry the mental load of endless to-do lists (and checking them twice!). Holiday traditions with family and loved ones are now underway, and for many of us, this is truly a time of great joy.