Food + Beverage

A Sweetly Thankful Reason

Article by Jane Osmond | Photography by Tyler Laborde: Naps Happen Photography For SweetBerries, thankfulness is more than a feeling—it is woven into the story of how we came to be a part of the Gainesville community.  When we opened SweetBerries on NW 13th Street in 2013, we did so with the tremendous support of our father and brother, both of whom are now deceased. As two sisters taking a leap of faith and opening a restaurant in Gainesville, we were fortunate to have them beside us every...

Health + Wellness

Grateful for the Transformation

Every day, we witness movement return, confidence rise, and people rediscover the life they love. Article and Photography by Dr. Laura W. McChesney Chiropractic Physician There are moments in our work that stay with us. The first steps after months of hesitation. The smile when someone realizes they can move without fear. The golfer returning to the course. The pickleball player stepping back onto the court. The grandparent getting on the floor to play with a grandchild. The person who quietly...

Finance + Legal Services

Thankfulness

Article by Kathryn Lancaster | Photography by Clinton Lancaster Thanksgiving helps us focus on blessings as a community. This season is a perfect time to reflect on the benefits of thankfulness and cultivate routines of gratitude, such as: *Gratitude journals – List people, events, places and resources for which you feel grateful. *Success logs – Reflect daily on accomplishments, something you did well. *Give thank you messages – spoken, texted, handwritten on a note, or posted online.  ...

Home + Design

Thankful to build Gainesville custom homes

Grateful for the opportunity to create one-of-a-kind homes for families throughout Gainesville and Ocala, Florida. Article and Photography by Corey Amira: Owner Amira Custom Homes I’m incredibly thankful for the opportunity to build custom homes for families throughout the Gainesville and Ocala areas. When I started Amira Custom Homes , my goal was to build homes that were unique, well-crafted, and truly reflected the people who would live in them. Every home we build is different, and I’m...

Arts + Culture

Mi Apá Latin Café

This season, we’re thankful for family, flavorful traditions, and the community that feels like home. Article by Matthew Leiba | Marketing Manager | Photography by Freddie Wehbe This season, we’re thankful for family, flavorful traditions, and the community that feels like home. At Mi Apá Latin Café , every meal is an opportunity to bring people together, share the flavors we love, and create lasting memories. We’re grateful for every guest who joins our table and continues to be part of our...

Local Services

Grateful for Family, Then and Always

This Thanksgiving, Forest Meadows Funeral Home reminds Gainesville families that gratitude and remembrance go hand in hand. Article by Kathleen Larsen: Director of Strategic Growth & Marketing | Photography by Jennifer Grissom Photography There is a moment at almost every Thanksgiving table — right before the first plate is passed — when someone asks everyone to say what they’re thankful for. The answers vary, but they almost always circle back to the same thing: family. The people who raised...

Finance + Legal Services

Terri's Two Cents: Profitable Gratitude

Gratitude belongs in business, but healthy profits give owners the freedom to reward people, reinvest wisely, and build something lasting. Article by Terri Bork, Abacus Gal LLC | Photography by Tristan Ford Chasing Shadows Photography November is a month for gratitude, and as a Profit & Growth Strategist, I see plenty to be thankful for in the numbers. Revenue is exciting, but profit is what gives a business choices. Healthy profit allows you to reward your team, invest in growth, weather...

Health + Wellness

Thankful for The Gift of Being Together

This holiday season, cherish your family—and notice when someone you love may need support. Article and Photography by Christina Ramos The holidays remind us how fortunate we are to gather with the people we love. Having Mom and Dad or Grandma and Grandpa still at the table is a gift, and time together becomes more precious with every passing year. Holiday visits can also reveal changes that are easy to miss from afar. Maybe Mom has lost weight, the refrigerator is nearly empty, or meals and...

Education

The Biology of Gratitude

How Thankfulness Shapes a Child’s Developing Brain Article and Photography by Christina Miller: Head of School: Millhopper Montessori School Gratitude is more than a polite social habit. When children practice thankfulness, many biological changes occur inside their growing bodies and brains. This simple emotional shift triggers a chemical reaction that supports their mental health, strengthens their immune function, and builds lifelong cognitive resilience. At the center of this process is...

Professional Services

GreatFlorida Thanks You

We are so grateful for the warm welcome and the community that has embraced GreatFlorida Insurance of Gainesville. Article by Edwin Duque | Photography by Taylor Noe When we reflect on the past year of owning a small business here in Gainesville, the word that comes to mind is thankful . To every local networking organization like GAWN and BNI that has embraced us, thank you. To every customer who calls and trusts us with their insurance – thank you. We truly love what we do, we love...