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The Heart Behind the Magazine

A glimpse of my favorite things...sure to inspire each issue Article by Taylor Woolman Family is my everything, and momming is hands down my favorite pastime. My kids inspire me every single day, and I love exploring all the family-friendly activities Mt. Pleasant has to offer. Travel is my favorite way to discover new flavors, colors, and stories. Whether it’s a fabulous staycation or an international adventure. I can’t wait to share some of my favorite destinations. Food is pure...

Food + Beverage

A Take on Tokyo’s Pub Scene

How Shokudo is Modernizing Traditional Japanese Tavern Food Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Photos courtesy, The Indigo Road Although Masa Hamaya-Shokudo has always found beauty in hospitality, he didn’t view the food and beverage industry as a career path until after he graduated from Arizona State University and returned to Tokyo, Japan, where he was born and raised. During his time working there in a different role, he realized a desire to move back to the United States and found...

Fitness

Not a Traditional Doctor’s Office

Elite Healthcare Promotes Collaboration Between Providers Practicing Different Disciplines Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Photos courtesy of Dr. Brown In 2002, after graduating from Life University in Marietta, GA, Doctor of Chiropractic Todd Brown moved to Miami, Florida to practice alongside his close friend and mentor, Dr. Joe Gambardella. There he realized how his work could change patients’ lives, helping them move better, feel better and even avoid surgery. “The experience...

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Guidance from Holistic Wellness Collective

Healing, Grounding and Confidence-Building Practices to Break Generational Trauma and Addiction Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee As a child growing up in a family that suffered with inter-generational trauma and addiction, Andrea Meier knew from an early age that she wanted to help others overcome the pain they were enduring from similar situations. Without anyone to talk to who could understand what she was experiencing and who could guide her towards the tools she needed...

Fitness

A Passion for Wellness

How This Hub has become Mount Pleasant’s One-Stop Shop for Health, Healing and Recovery Article by Sarah Rose | Photography by Bridgit McBee As a teenager growing up in Worcester, New York, Morgan Rutkowski enjoyed playing soccer and basketball as well as participating in band and chorus. Driven by an affinity for movement, rhythm and music, she pursued a bachelor’s of science degree in public health from the State University of New York at Potsdam.  In 2016, Rutkowski moved to Denver...