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Love is the fuel that makes things successfully happen. Love leads to passion, and passion leads to a focus that drives one to a goal. When someone has zeroed in on their successful life’s path, some say they are achieving their calling in life. I suppose everyone may answer a few callings over a long lifetime.

There is a certain magic in the Hamptons. Colorful and successful individuals abound, both among the locals and the second-home owners. The residents exude genuineness, and those with second homes contribute a unique flair to the East End, blending wealth and success with a strong work ethic. Some locals juggle three or four jobs to make ends meet....

In the Bridgehampton Commons, one of the nicest Barnes & Noble stores you have ever seen has just opened. It’s amazing to me how bookstores have come full circle. In my lifetime, I’ve watched bookstores get completely obliterated by the internet. People just stopped buying books; content online was easy to find and easy to get, and half...

I have thousands of photos of the Hamptons on my phone, capturing sailing sunsets, selfies, and even some majestic shots of eagles. It seems I can't resist documenting every day through a photo. Let's face it; the Hamptons offer countless picturesque spots that compel you to stop, whip out the camera, and press the button. Just this week,...

Have you ever found yourself sitting on an east-end beach, staring at the ocean waves breaking one after another? We all share a connection with the Atlantic Ocean. Winter, Spring, Summer, and Fall – those waves are like the heartbeat of the Hamptons. We all eventually have to return to the beach, feel the warm sand beneath our...

New year, new me? I know that saying is highly overused, and the pressures of ‘getting back on track’ after the holiday season can be debilitating. But, when broken down to its most basic intention, the start of the new year can be seen as a clean slate to begin prioritizing yourself and the goals you’ve been meaning...

Come with me as I take you through an overnight stay at a charming bespoke Inn on the Shinnecock Canal. Walking into Canoe Place Inn from its front entrance shows off the grandeur and attention to detail Rechler Equity Partners ensured with its 4-year extensive renovation. The lobby has impossibly high ceilings and a decadent chandelier that ushers...

Some folks believe they are destined to be great or do great things. Others feel they are always the brightest in the room, and those who truly are feel the pulse of destiny. Sprinkled across the Hamptons are many great high achievers. All successful lives carry the weight of destiny. The settlers of the Hamptons risked all-natural safety...

In the heart of January, when the holiday festivities have dwindled and the New Year's resolutions are still fresh, our local library is offering a unique twist on the traditional happy hour concept. This Friday’s "Mix & Mingle: A Mocktail Masterclass at the Rogers Memorial Library promises an evening of creativity, community, and non-alcoholic delights. As the sun...

Every new year starts with new expectations. Some people make what is called their “New Year Resolutions.” They usually consist of losing weight, getting a new job, treating folks nicer at work, or making a boatload of money this year. Others vow to find love or to get married. There are even those who vow to get unmarried....