by: Johnny Lasche When relationships lose that loving spark and start to feel more like a friendship or cohabitation, it’s tempting to make sweeping promises to “fix everything.” But just like New Year’s resolutions often fail, dramatic efforts to transform a relationship overnight can burn out fast. Instead, the secret to reigniting intimacy is starting with small, consistent acts of love and connection—anchored to a clear vision of the relationship you want to build. Having

Exciting, edge-of-your-seat-stuff: plant care, 101. If I haven’t lost you already, well, indulge me, please, and read on. If you don’t have any, well, maybe you should get some. Houseplants, that is. They provide so much to our interior spaces, beyond just their beauty, the air-cleaning purposes they provide are immeasurable. They don’t have to be ‘messy’ if you care for them properly.  If you find yourself a bit daunted on their care (houseplants in the general sense) there

The inaugural Viera’s Big Year, a year-long birding competition celebrating the remarkable avian diversity of Brevard County, has officially come to a close. Running from January 1, 2024, to December 31, 2024, the competition brought together birding enthusiasts from across the region to document bird species within the Viera Development of Regional Impact (DRI) and select surrounding areas. Participants used eBird.com, the bird observation platform managed by the Cornell Lab of Ornithology, to record their

by: Dr. Kevin Kilday, PhD, CRPS, Dean @ FCNH The holiday season, while filled with joy and celebration, can also be a time of heightened stress. From managing finances to balancing family gatherings, many people are extremely stressed. The new year offers a great opportunity to reset and prioritize self-care. Setting aside time for relaxation, whether reading a book, taking a warm bath, or listening to music, can promote mental and emotional well-being. Exercise plays

Welcome to 2025! Life feels increasingly surreal as we face peculiar challenges like mass drone sightings over populated areas. Coupled with the uncertainties of a new political administration, it’s easy to feel instability. Globally, nations appear to unravel, and within our borders, division deepens—traceable back to contentious events like the 2000 Bush vs. Gore election. Mistrust now extends beyond government to our neighbors. In this era, people cling to convenient truths, fueling division. Yet, division