Life + Culture

From Abandoned To Forever

Local No-Euthanasia Rescue & Adoption Haven for Pets From all Walks of Life. Article by Stephanie Parnell | Photography by Daniel Arizpe/Apollo Productions "One of the biggest things I wish people understood is that most animals don't end up in rescues or shelters because they did something 'wrong,'" said Abandoned Animal Rescue Executive Director Yvonne Bodley. "They're usually victims of circumstances: moves, financial hardship, medical issues, or simply a lack of planning. None of which are...

Home + Design

From ICU to Floral Design

Trading Scrubs for Silk, Local Woman Turns Burnout into a Blossoming Business Article by Laura SanchezQuan | Photography by Daniel Arizpe/Apollo Productions With over 35 years of experience in the medical field, Liz Collins dedicated much of her life to caring for others as a Registered Nurse. She worked across nearly every area of nursing, but over time, the stress and emotional toll of the profession led to burnout. Eventually, she reached a point where she knew it was time for a change. ...

Travel

New Mexico Getaway Adventure

Taos’ Charm Twinkles & Dazzles in the Winter Article by Stephanie Parnell | Photography by Photography Courtesy of Visit Taos When December arrives in northern New Mexico, something enchanting happens in the sacred town of Taos. The tidy adobe buildings don soft caps of snow, the warm glow of farolitos (paper bags with candles or sand-anchored tea lights used in the traditional New Mexican holiday custom) lines the historic lanes, and the Sangre de Cristo Mountains yawning up to the crisp blue...

Wellness

Feel Your Best

Cypress-based Oncologist Shares the Benefits of High-Dose Vitamin C IV Therapy  Article by Kaylee Dusang | Photography by Sunny Rajabi/Sunburst Photography For those living with chronic pain or a debilitating illness, an extra boost beyond standard treatments can sometimes make a difference in their healing journey. The DRIPBaR offers over 20 different IV Vitamin Therapies that support health and wellness beyond traditional medicine, diet, or exercise. For one of their IV therapies, High-Dose...