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New Beginnings LI F E + C U LTU R E L AN D ROVER 'S N E W FAC I L I T Y PAG E T U RN ERS FO R A F RESH M I N D SE T TR AV E L A RE J U VENAT I N G K E Y WES T D ES T I NAT I O N

FACE Facelift | Necklift | Browlift | Blepharoplasty | Rhinoplasty Precision TX | Diamond Lift | Silhouette Instalift

INJECTABLES Botox | Dysport | Juvederm: Voluma, Vollure, Volbella Restylane | Radiesse | Belotero | Kybella

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BODY Abdominoplasty (Tummy Tuck) | Body Contouring | Liposuction | SmartLipo Fat Transfer | Brazilian Butt Lift | Vaginal Rejuvenation | Non-surgical Procedures Cooltone | Coolsculpting | Sculpsure | Laser Vaginal Rejuvenation Cellulaze – Cellulite Treatment | Laser Hair Removal | Hand Rejuvenation Excessive Sweat Treatment | Weight Loss Program

SKIN Vivace Experience – Skin tightening | Silhouette Instalift | Ultherapy Intense Pulse Light | Smartskin CO2 Laser Resurfacing | MicroPen Chemical Peels – VI Peels | Scalp Micropigmentation | Permanent Makeup – Eyeliner Hydrafacial | Dermaplaning | Medical Grade Facials | Blue Light Therapy Body Procedures | Coolsculpting | SculpSure | Laser Hair Removal Laser Hand Rejuvenation | Vivace Experience – Skin tightening | Scalp Micropigmentation

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LIFESTYLE LETTER

JANUARY 2021 PUBLISHER

Rob Hannon | rob.hannon@lifestylepubs.com 239.250.0222 EDITORIAL COORDINATOR

A Fresh Start for Fort Myers

Aubrey Sewell | aubrey.sewell@lifestylepubs.com

WELL, FOLKS, WE HAVE ARRIVED IN 2021! This past year felt both like it went

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by in a blur and like it would never end. But one thing is certain—we wouldn’t have

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made it to this turn of the year without the support of our incredible community.

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That’s you!

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This January, we want to take some time to focus on the “new” as we move from

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a challenging year into a year that’s full of hope and promise! There is so much in store for all of us in our Fort Myers community as we leap into 2021 and we want to share it all with you.

We are going to kick this year off with items to inspire your mind and develop your cooking skills, a destination where you can refresh your soul, and photos that declare tomorrow’s joyful expectancy. And we definitely won’t deprive you of a business that is expanding to better meet the needs of the community and provide you with the best driving experience!

We’re looking forward to all this year has to offer and we’re even more thrilled to get to experience and enjoy it all with you!

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SOME GIFTS ARE MEANT TO BE PLAYED WITH

You’ll find the offers during the Unwrap a Jaguar Sales Event worthy of applause. Visit our brand new state-of the-art facility to experience the gift you’ve been wanting all year – the powerful Jaguar F-TYPE. Make the holiday spirit last for years to come with Jaguar EliteCare, our Best-In-Class coverage*.

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INSIDE THE ISSUE JANUARY 2021

FEATURES 15 New Beginnings Symbolic Sunrises of Hope for 2021

16 The Jaguar Land Rover Experience A New Facility for a New Year

22 2021's Bookshelf Books Suggestions to Help Shape Your Year

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24 Ocean Key Resort & Spa A Refreshing Key West Destination

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DEPARTMENTS 4

Lifestyle Letter

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Good Times

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Around Town

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Trend Setter

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Artist’s Palette

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Open House

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GOOD TIMES

Life-changing gift to homeowner in need Lee BIA Builders Care, St. Clair’s Custom Air, Ferguson HVAC and RUUD recently came together to surprise an elderly, disabled North Fort Myers homeowner – who has gone over a decade without central air and heating because he could not afford it– with the gift of a new air conditioning system.

Shell Point’s new neighborhood, The Enclave, welcomes its first residents Designed by RDG Planning & Design, the private, gated neighborhood is surrounded by the natural beauty of a nearby golf course and offers scenic lake views. Shell Point Retirement Community engaged RDG to design The Enclave’s residential layout and dedicated community center, where residents have easy access to high-end amenities that encourage a healthy, active lifestyle.

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When only the finest finishes will do.

Choose Abernathy Finish Master for superior cabinet refinishing, refacing, modifications, and custom builds. Check out Abernathy’s web page at AbernathyFinishMaster.com to see the gallery of custom finishes, custom-built furniture, wall units, bunk beds and plenty more. Serving SW Florida for over 20 years.

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GOOD TIMES

Jennifer’s Fashion Forward Friday to Benefit Project Dentist Care Jennifer’s Women’s Boutique is celebrating 38 years in business by giving back to local charities at “Fashion Forward Friday” events through April. Shoppers will enjoy champagne and cupcakes and will receive 15% off jeans. Representatives from the selected charities will be available to talk to during shopping hours, 10 am-5pm.

The Babcock Ranch Foundation Awards Grant to The Heights Foundation The Babcock Ranch Foundation has granted $10,000 to The Heights Foundation to support programs for at-risk children in Harlem Heights.

Funds will be used to enhance School Success which supports the continued academic growth of children. The Babcock Ranch Foundation is a non-profit whose mission is to support, enhance, and implement projects that positively impact, educate and inspire the next generation.

Shell Point physician receives Quality Champion Award for Florida Dr. David Nesselroade, physician at the Larsen Pavilion Skilled Nursing Center at Shell Point Retirement Community, has been named the recipient of the second annual Quality Champion Award by FMDA - The Florida Society for Post-Acute and Long-Term Care Medicine. This award is presented in recognition of the skills, talents, expertise, commitment and personal attributes that encompass quality patient-centered care.

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Virtual 5K to Bring Awareness to Children’s Grief Valerie’s House and the Franz Ross YMCA held a Virtual Hero 5K. Participants ran or walked whenever and wherever they chose. In a community-wide initiative to recognize grieving children, registration fees were donated to help kids who receive services at Valerie’s House. Proceeds will also be put towards funding scholarships for youth programs at the Y in Port Charlotte.

Opening of Luminary & Co's Signature Restaurant The Silver King Ocean Brasserie opened in late 2020 in Fort Myers. The hotel's new restaurant offers a menu showcasing the quality of fresh seafood brought to life by Chef de Cuisine Matthew Mohler & General Manager Anthoy Sambrato, Jr. Silver and copper artwork, rich woods, marble, and velvet create the luxurious indoor/outdoor dining atmosphere.

Support Local.

Let’s Take Care of Each Other.

Our small businesses need us more than ever.

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AROUND TOWN sustainable and renewable resource. For drinks, choose from alcoholic, non-alcoholic and fruit drinks. While eating, listen to the captivating sounds of live musical performances on stage by some of Florida’s and the region’s top musical talents

35TH ANNUAL FORT MYERS RV SHOW Come out for the 6th Annual Fort Myers RV Show at Lee Civic Center, January 21st-24th, from 10am to 4 pm. Hundreds of new RVs will be on display, all sizes & brands, including gas & diesel motorhomes, 5th wheels, travel trailers, toy haulers, park models, van campers, truck campers and folding campers. $10 Adults, Kids 16 and under Free, $2.00 Off Thursday. FREE PARKING.

CAPE CORAL ARTS & MUSIC FESTIVAL This festival has been serving as the top cultural festival for Lee county since its conception in 1985. Here you can listen to music from all different genres and be immersed in a world of art. This year's Live event has been cancelled due to the Corona Virus; however, the festival will be an on-line virtual event from January 4th to January 31st. Find more details at www.capecoralfestival.com/.

BEACH BAPTIST FARMER'S MARKET Beach Baptist Farmers Market began in 2015 and is held every Wednesday and Friday from 8 am to 1 pm. The market fees and coffee sales contribute funds for the Church's Coffee Mission in Guatemala. In fact, every cup or bag of coffee that you buy will support their mission. The farmers market offers farm-fresh produce,

FORT MYERS SEAFOOD & MUSIC FESTIVAL

many different food stands (Guatemalan Coffee, BBQ, crepes, juices, local fish, stone crab, shrimp, bakeries, smoothies, Cuban Sandwiches, pastries, guacamole

Join us for the 3rd Annual Fort Myers Seafood

and salsas) and many artists of handmade items like

& Music Festival held on the waterfront in his-

pearl and leather jewelry, gemstone jewelry, CBD

toric downtown Fort Myers, FL on January 8-10,

products, handmade soaps and beauty products,

2021. Festivities begin Friday evening 4pm-10pm

local photography and more.

and continue Saturday 11am-10pm and Sunday

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11am-6pm. General admission is FREE. Enjoy foods

Would you like to get in touch with us? We would

cooked fresh onsite (seafood, meat, vegetarian)

love to hear from you! Contact us at CityLifestyle.

with a variety of side dishes and of course - des-

com/FortMyers using the Get In Touch link and let

serts! Seafood is from Florida’s coastal waters, a

us know what you think.

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TREND SETTER

NEW YEAR, P O S ITI V E H A B IT S 01

POSITIVE PANDEMIC HABITS TO CARRY INTO THE NEW YEAR

T I P G E N E R O U S LY:

The value of delivery services has risen as everyone is ordering more meals, groceries, and Amazon items. Delivery employees are a new breed of essential workers that are stepping out into the world every day to encounter people and take risks with their own health. Make sure to keep showing your appreciation for what they are doing by giving generously back to them.

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K E E P E XC E R C I S I N G :

With the shutdown of life, we have had to adapt our normal gym activities. With lack of equipment or scheduled classes, we have had to be resourceful with using things around our house, discovering online resources, and incorporating the whole family to create our own in-home work out regimes to stay healthy. It’s a great habit to carry into the new year as it is cheaper, convenient, and still amazingly effective.

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LE ARN SOMETHING:

It’s always beneficial to keep your brain active! Learning a new language helps you communicate with someone you normally wouldn’t. Learning a new skill can help you redo or update a part of your house that needs refreshed. Acquiring knowledge builds confidence, helps in everyday life, and shows you what you are capable of (it may even help you win on Jeopardy!).

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P R AC T I C E SE LF - CARE :

A low stress life is the dream and while at first it was stressful to be forced to slow down, many people

Oldies are goodies! Bringing back the past through

discovered this past year that the lack of stressors

movies, tv shows, novels, games, and activities

was beneficial physically, emotionally, & mentally as

are nostalgic and heart-warming. Reliving things

they had to solely focus on taking care of themselves.

that you loved and sharing them with your loved

As the world spins full-force into the new year, don’t

ones helps bridge generation gaps and create new

forget to treat yourself with something that allows

priceless memories.

you to relax, breathe, and refills your bucket.

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ARTIST’S PALETTE ARTICLE AUBREY SEWELL

NEW BEGINNINGS EVERY YEAR, EVERY DAY, EVERY MOMENT HOLDS A NEW PROMISE

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SUNRISES ARE THE DAWN OF A NEW DAY. They hold hope for all the good that lies in store. As you view these sunrises from right here in our community or experience a sunrise firsthand for yourself, we hope and pray that you find the promise in every moment and every day of the year ahead.

01 Sanibel Island Sunrise view of Fort Myers | 02 City of Cape Coral | 03 Fort Myers Beach | 04 Fort Myers | 05 Fort Myers Bridge | 06 Fort Myers Pier | 07 Sanibel Lighthouse Point CityLifestyle.com/FortMyers

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OPEN HOUSE

Jaguar & Land Rover of Ft. Myers + 15875 S Tamiami Trail Fort Myers, Fl 33908 + (239) 236-7786 + landroverftmyers.com + Facebook: Jaguar Land Rover Fort Myers + Instagram: ftmyersjagrover

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A NEW FACILITY TO USHER IN 2021

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The Jaguar Land Rover Experience

IT’S TIME TO CELEBRATE THE GRAND OPENING OF JAGUAR

(2013-2019) proves they are meeting this goal. This award is

LAND ROVER’S NEW STATE OF THE ART FACILITY! With the

only given to 16 Land Rover Retailers each year, so this is quite

auto industry expanding and Jaguar Land Rover’s continuing

the honor as they have been one of those sixteen. They take

to grow with more models, they needed a new place with the

pride in this achievement and are committed to living up to

capacity to take on that growth. The new facility features include

its principles every day, for every customer, making sure their

60,000 square feet under air, 31 service bays with three quick

experience is exceptional.

lube stations for faster service, 12 new car showrooms with an

Land Rover is also quite involved in the community. It is very

enclosed delivery area, and two boutique shops for Jaguar gear

important for them to invest into the people that support them,

and Land Rover apparel. And they definitely did not forget about

so they take pride in giving back to where it matters most. They

their customers’ comfort and ease during their visits as they have

have been sponsors for organizations throughout the area

also incorporated a brand new touch free car wash, two in house

such as the Boys and Girls Club of SWFL, Junior Achievement

cafes and bistros, valet service, an adult customer-friendly lounge

of SWFL, Dress for Success SWFL, FGCU Athletics, the Florida

area with free Wifi, and a kids play area.

Everblades, and the Boston Red Sox to name a few. They are

Those things alone will make you want to visit their new

always looking for opportunities to serve Fort Myers, whether

facility, but there are so many other reasons to be interested

that be through sponsorships or being involved in events that

in and/or choose Jaguar Land Rover as your personal deal-

benefit organizations that ripple out into the community.

ership. Their aim is to provide exceptional sales, service and

The best way for the residents of Fort Myers to support

customer satisfaction and they have done just that! Being the

Jaguar Land Rover and their endeavors is to stop in the facil-

winner of the prestigious Pride and Pinnacle Award for Retailer

ity and attend events they are a part of. Many people may be

Excellence for Jaguar and Land Rover for seven straight years

hesitant to do so with the current health situation, but they CONTINUED >

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OPEN HOUSE (CONTINUED)

T he moment you step i nside the Defender you a re t ra nspor ted.

Ever y design element gives the au ra of jou r ney, sa fa r i, mov i ng out wa rd i nto the world w ith cou rage."

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want to assure patrons that they are doing everything

points on vehicles (retail, loaner cars, & those in the ser-

in their power to keep the health and safety of their

vice department), providing hand sanitizer, disinfectant

employees and customers as top priority. They regularly

sprays and wipes throughout the stores, and eliminating

monitor recommendations from the CDC and remind

non-essential travel. For those customers who still do

all employees of the proper hygiene practices to help

not want to physically visit, Jaguar Land Rover is also

prevent the spread of the virus, including hand-washing,

offering remote and online services. Their sales staff can

avoiding shaking hands, maintaining social distance, and

assist with virtual walk-arounds and can deliver a vehi-

requiring any employee who does not feel well to stay

cle to test drive. Online chat is available to answer any

at home. In addition, they are cleaning and sanitizing all

questions and customers can even find info valuing their

workstations after customer interaction, cleaning and

trade on their website. They will also be happy to visit

sanitizing all customer lounges and restrooms, wiping

their patrons if they have service or part needs and are

steering wheels, shifters, door handles, and other touch

unable to come in themselves.

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As this year opens, Jaguar Land Rover not only wants

other models they currently have, but the addition of

to make you aware of their new facility, but they want

the accessory packages are a touch that transforms the

to draw your attention to some of their amazing vehi-

vehicles into adventures of their very own. The Defender

cles. First and foremost is the new Land Rover Defender

has been designed and engineered to go anywhere and

which has been named MotorTrend 2021 SUV of the

to do anything, and customers will be ecstatic to dream

Year. It represents 70 years of innovation and improve-

big in this enhanced vehicle. However, if the Defender is

ment that customers everywhere have been dying to

not quite what you are looking for they have other top-

get their hands on. “The moment you step inside the

notch models, all with their own perks and uniqueness

Defender you are transported. Every design element

to choose from: Land Rover Discovery & Discovery

gives the aura of journey, safari, moving outward into

Sport, Land Rover Range Rover, Range Rover Sport,

the world with courage.” Mark Rechtin, MotorTrend

Range Rover Evoque & Range Rover Velar.

Editor-in-Chief. The recognizable design is similar to

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YO U A R E T H E C ATA LY S T F O R CHANGE IF SOMEONE WERE TO ASK YOU, “WHAT GETS YOU OUT OF BED IN THE MORNING?” how would you reply? Would you talk about your job or your family? Would you tell them about a dream you’re chasing or a goal you’re trying to meet?

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What we give our lives to says a lot about who we are. For forty years now, I’ve gotten out of bed in the morning with one single focus: adding value to leaders

I’ve spent decades learning what it takes to trans-

who will multiply value to others.

form communities and countries, and with my

Because of that focus, I’ve authored over 80 books

writing partner, Rob Hoskins, have produced a

on relationships, equipping people, attitude, and lead-

book that offers step by step instruction on how

ership, all with the purpose of expanding my reach to

leaders—people who care to make a difference—

add value to leaders.

can produce transformation in their own backyard.

Four decades, dedicated to making better leaders.

It’s a book written for everyone—including you.

But now, as I enter into my fifth decade, my purpose

You are a potential catalyst for change in your

has expanded. I still get of bed with the goal of adding

community, no matter where you live, no matter

value to leaders who will multiply value to others, but

what you do. All it takes is your willingness to

there’s an even greater purpose behind it all.

step up as a leader. Harriet Tubman once said,

Transformation. I want to see our world transformed

“Every great dream begins with a dreamer. Always

into one where every human being is encouraged and

remember, you have within you the strength, the

allowed to live to their full potential. Imagine what it would

patience, and the passion to reach for the stars

be like to live in a world where everyone—men, women,

and change the world.”

children—were equipped and empowered to live a life of deep purpose. We would truly see a transformed world.

If you dream of changing your community, or city, or country, you must not only dream, you must

That’s the message of my latest book, Change Your

also act. Many things in life just happen, but pos-

World: How Anyone, Anywhere Can Make a Difference.

itive change isn’t one of them. Changing anything in our world requires someone to be the catalyst.

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Someone like you.

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RENOWNED LEADERSHIP COACH DETAILS HOW CHANGE IN A COMMUNITY CAN START WITH ONE PERSON: YOU

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Leaders like you become catalysts for change when they do three things: pick a problem to address, invite others to join them, and do what they can where they are.

Read all of John Maxwell's tips and to learn more about transformation and how to become a leader of transformation at CityLifestyle.com.

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2021'S BOOKSHELF

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BOOKS TO INSPIRE, MOTIVATE, HELP, AND SHAPE YOU

BOOKS SHAPE US. Their words can bring about a plethora of responses. They can inspire and motivate us. They can cause us to reflect upon ourselves and the world around us. They can challenge us and spur us to action. They can make us feel, help us heal, and change the way we live. The following selections address a wide range of topics to help shape us into the people we want, or may even need, to be as we strive to be the best versions of ourselves. We hope you enjoy!

01 UNTAMED BY GLENNON DOYLE Both an intimate memoir and a galvanizing wake-up call, Untamed is the story of how one woman learned that a responsible mother is not one who slowly dies for her children, but one who shows them how to fully live. It is the story of how each of us can begin to trust ourselves enough to set boundaries, make peace with our bodies, honor our anger and heartbreak, and unleash our truest, wildest instincts so that we become women who can finally look at ourselves and say: There She Is.

02 THE PATH BETWEEN US BY SUZANNE STABILE Most of us have no idea how others see or process their experiences. And that can make relationships hard, whether with intimate partners, with friends, or in our professional lives.

Understanding the motivations and dynamics of these different personality types can be the key that unlocks sometimes mystifying behavior in others―and in ourselves. This book from Stabile on the nine Enneagram types and how they behave and experience relationships will guide readers into deeper insights about themselves, their types, and others’ personalities so that they can have healthier, more life-giving relationships.

03 THE FRIENDSHIP FORMULA

BY CAROLINE MILLINGTON Friendship is a beautiful thing but there are lots of difficult times in life where it can be tricky to navigate: when friendship becomes toxic; how to break up with a friend; what to do if a friend 'ghosts' you and surviving friendship betrayal; how motherhood can impact female friendships; friendship grief and how to cope with losing a friend. This book shows you how applying kindfulness to the difficult side of friendship can help you mend your heart, move on and get the best out of those friendships that really matter.

04 GET OUT OF YOUR HEAD BY JENNIE ALLEN Are your thoughts holding you captive? Do you what it is like to swirl in a spiral of destructive thoughts? Do you ever want out of the trap of toxic thoughts? Freedom comes when we refuse to be victims to our thoughts and realize we have already been equipped with power from God to fight and win the war for our minds. In Get Out of Your Head, Jennie inspires and equips us to transform our emotions, our outlook, and even our circumstances by taking control of our thoughts.

05 READER, COME HOME BY MARYANNE WOLF The ways we process written language have changed dramatically and new research on the reading brain chronicles these changes in the brains of children and adults as they learn to read while immersed in a digitally dominated medium. Wolf draws on neuroscience, literature, education, technology, and philosophy and blends historical, literary, and scientific facts with downto-earth examples and warm anecdotes to illuminate complex ideas that culminate in a proposal for a biliterate reading brain.

Provocative and intriguing, Reader, Come Home is a roadmap that provides a cautionary but hopeful perspective on the impact of technology on our brains and our most essential intellectual capacities—and what this could mean for our future.

06 IT'S NOT SUPPOSED TO BE THIS WAY

BY LYSA TERKEURST Life often looks so very different than we hoped or expected.

Some events may simply catch us off guard for a moment, but others shatter us completely. We feel disappointed and disillusioned, and we quietly start to wonder about the reality of God’s goodness. However, our disappointments can be the divine appointments our souls need to radically encounter God. In this book, the New York Times bestselling author unveils her heart amid shattering circumstances and shows readers how to live assured when life doesn't turn out like they expected.

07 THE ALCHEMIST BY PAULO COELHO A modern classic, Paulo Coelho's masterpiece tells the mystical story of Santiago, an Andalusian shepherd boy who yearns to travel in search of a worldly treasure. His quest will lead him to riches far different—and far more satisfying—than he ever imagined. Santiago's journey teaches us about the essential wisdom of listening to our hearts, of recognizing opportunity and learning to read the omens strewn along life's path, and, most importantly, to follow our dreams.

08 EAT THAT FROG! BY BRIAN TRACY There’s an old saying that if the first thing you do each morning is eat a live frog, you’ll have the satisfaction of knowing you’re done with the worst thing you’ll have to do all day. For Tracy, eating a frog is a metaphor for tackling your most challenging task. Eat That Frog! shows you how to organize each day so you can zero in on these critical tasks and accomplish them efficiently and effectively. The core of what is vital to effective time management is: decision, discipline, and determination.

09 ATOMIC HABITS BY JAMES CLEAR No matter your goals, Atomic Habits offers a proven framework for improving--every day. It reveals practical strategies that will teach you exactly how to form good habits, break bad ones, and master the tiny behaviors that lead to remarkable results.

Atomic Habits will reshape the way you think about progress and success and give you the tools and strategies you need to transform your habits.

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TRAVEL DESTINATION

OCEAN KEY

R E S O RT & S PA LOCATED WHERE DUVAL STREET MEETS THE GULF OF MEXICO AT SUNSET PIER IN KEY WEST, THIS QUIET HOTEL IS ADJACENT TO MALLORY SQUARE IN HISTORIC OLD TOWN KEY WEST, PROVIDING GUESTS A SANCTUARY, ATTENTIVE SERVICE AND A FRONT ROW SEAT TO THE SHOW THAT IS THE SUNSET. The deck at the LIQUID Pool-Bar-Lounge faces west, affording OKR guests guaranteed seats (with food and full bar service) while tourists and locals line up on the boardwalk below at Sunset Pier to wait for the green flash just as the sun dips below the horizon. It’s a ARTICLE SUE COLLINS

lively crowd, tourists juggling cocktails and phones, waiting for the elusive sunset selfie, in focus and Instagram-ready. Staying at the Ocean Key puts you squarely in the frame, with the advantages of an on-site award winning restaurant (“Best Waterfront Dining, Wine Spectator’s Award of Excellence- Hot Tin Roof 2018 & 2019) and suites with balconies overlooking the Gulf.

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You can also watch the sunset from your table at the Hot Tin Roof restaurant (Tennessee Williams visited Key West often) where the attentive staff will adjust the wide plantation blinds so your view is optimal and memorable. The decor is refined old Florida and the menu is all about seafood, Caribbean influences and freshness. Ask to be seated in a banquette. It’s very Hollywood.

Book the Javanese Royal Treatment at SpaTerre (also tucked away on the property) with a Balinese massage, rice and turmeric scrub followed by a rub of warm yogurt. After a jasmine scented shower, sink onto a flower petal bath.

Wander back to your room, throw open the French doors and take a nap. The guest rooms and suites have tubs (some jetted), bright decor with just the right amount of turquoise accents and private balconies.

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The concierge will book sunset cruises, rental bikes, snorkel trips at the reef, guided kayak eco-tours through the mangrove islands, trips to observe wild dolphins in their natural habitat or diving on a sunken wreck. Fishing the flats and shallows, sight fishing for permit, tarpon or bone fish, heading out to the deeper waters of the backcountry staying just inside of the reef, on the hunt for snapper, grouper or possibly even tuna is all possible. Tour the The Ernest Hemingway Home and Museum where he lived and wrote for ten years (writing 70 percent of his works) or meander through The Key West Butterfly and Nature Conservatory.

Key West has a unique vibe, cheery Midwesterners searching for that long lost shaker of salt shopping and drinking their way down Duval Street while carefully coiffed retirees enjoy the palmy balmy weather.

Staying at Ocean Key Resort & Spa gives you the opportunity to join the parade or sit on the sidelines to watch, making the scene your own.

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