The salt marsh is loved for its beauty, tranquility, and abundant wildlife. In the marsh egrets coast low over grasses of vibrant green and subtle gold, landing in the meandering waterways that weave …

Twenty-five years ago, I traveled to the South Pacific for about six months. My son was living in Manila in the Philippines, and I had spent three weeks with him before traveling to Brisbane, …

My father hardly talked about his childhood at all. He told me a few stories about my paternal grandparents. I saw them only in a few photos. They both died when I was one year old. They married …

There’s a lot happening in the world of Amelia Island ospreys right now, and my inbox has been following two parallel stories. This is the time of year when ospreys start setting up their nest for …

A bill to license practitioners of naturopathy, a practice that has been prohibited in Florida since 1959, has cleared both the Florida house and senate. It is unclear whether Gov. Ron DeSantis will …

Most of us have had the same email address for years. We use it for everything — paying bills online, keeping in touch with grandkids, signing up for the church newsletter, ordering from Amazon. It …

When my sister and I chose a spring walking trip several years ago, it proved to be as much a geography and history lesson as a vacation. Not the walking part — but finding the country on …

Witnessing herds of wild horses stirs many emotions in humans—respect, admiration, curiosity, and delight. Wild horses represent freedom; watching them run in open spaces is exhilarating. Humans …

Many of us have been there. A long night alone in the ICU waiting room, watching the first pale light of dawn start to glimmer in the window. I was worried, tired, disheveled, cranky. And scared. My …

I described the mourning dove nest in the leftovers of a dead plant in a hanging basket in my courtyard in my commentary on March 8th. Since then, I watched the mother dove sit on her eggs for weeks …

Every year, I am still amazed at the wonder of spring in our neck of the woods. Each year, the azaleas on Amelia Island seem more vibrant, colorful and abundant than ever. The redbuds are the first …

In today’s digital world, the internet has become an essential part of everyday life — whether it’s reading the news, staying in touch with family, or managing finances. Unfortunately, it has …

We celebrate so many beautifully preserved historic buildings on Amelia Island, but one that many still remember was lost — the Keystone Hotel. It once stood proudly on the corner of Centre Street …

Have you ever been in a public place and witnessed an angry customer? My guess is that you have. An airport, a restaurant, a grocery store — it can happen anywhere. I was recently at the post …

Earlier this week, I saw a photograph that brought tears to my eyes. The photograph was from 1958, when I was only 5 years old. It was taken at Christmastime in my childhood home. My cousin posted it …

OK, folks, are you ready for a great day’s outing right in our neck of the woods? Here’s one for you. The Jacksonville Arboretum & Botanical Garden and Fort Caroline , part of the Timucuan …

A new cybersecurity threat is emerging — one that is as clever as it is dangerous, and unfortunately, highly effective against everyday users. It begins with chaos. Imagine opening your email …

Like a petulant child, I want it now. Spring. After a particularly rough winter, our yard feels a bit battle-worn — beds thinned out, pots emptied of those brave souls that didn’t survive …

In this world of hustle and bustle, it is rare to meet someone whose kindness stands out so brightly that it leaves a lasting mark on all who encounter them.

I have had a medical test and exam every six months since becoming a breast cancer survivor. Things that make this process easier are a friendly staff and pleasant surroundings. Last week, I was …