Life + Culture

Santa Clause is Coming to Town.

Get in the Christmas Spirit and bring a little cheer to those in need. Article by Breanna Vega | Photography by Kaeden Peterson 'Tis better to give than to receive': is a timeless expression found in the corners of some of our favorite holiday movies, songs, and books. From A Christmas Carol to Cindy Lou Who changed the Grinch’s cold heart, it’s a message that has been around American holiday lore since what feels like, from the beginning of time. It’s easy to get caught up in the restless...

Local Services

Christmas in Bloom

The Cottage Flowers and Gifts will inspire your holiday shopping. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Susan Johnson fills a vintage inspired red container with branches of Douglas, Silver Fir, Cedar, and Juniper along with deep red roses, alstroemeria blooms, accented by pine cones and a plaid red and green ribbon. Susan is the owner of The Cottage Flowers and Gifts in Queen Creek, a unique shop to find custom floral arrangements for any occasion, as well as gifts...

Life + Culture

Toys for All

The Kiwanis Club makes sure everyone gets something under the tree. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson The Kiwanis Club of Queen Creek was first chartered in 1985 and has made it a focus to help children in need throughout the East Valley. Their signature event is their Kid's Christmas Car Show and Toy Drive that they hold every year to make sure disadvantaged children still get a Christmas to remember. This year the event will be held on December 14th at Desert...

Style + Beauty

The Gift of Good Skin

Golgotha Apothecary feeds your skin what it has been craving. Article by Florence Daniels | Photography by Kaeden Peterson Sarena DeBaca was in the pharmaceutical industry for 15 years but found herself increasingly at odds with her career. 'It’s so difficult to be passionate about something when your professional opinion does not align with your personal beliefs.' After careful thought, and the support of her husband, Sarena made the decision to quit her job. Sarena felt a calling that she...