Arts + Culture

Ever Present Beauty

At The Enchanted Petal, Roses Become Enduring Art Article by Don Seaman | Photography by Lela Ramandani and Karolina Burzynska Flowers are symbolic. They convey love, romance, resilience, rebirth, sympathy, peace, remembrance, beauty… but to Marcelo Galarza, they mean so much more. They’re a connection to his homeland. Marcelo is from Ecuador, a nation that’s the epicenter of roses. Thanks to its presence in the Andes, and the volcanic soil that’s there, it’s the perfect climate for the...

Home + Design

Holiday Gifts To Make Them Smile

From Carlos De Leon's Jewelry Studio and The Enchanted Petal Article by Phillip Barone | Photography by Lela Ramandani, Karolina Burzynska, Available at Enchanted Petal 1)  "La Bella" - Enchanted Rose in Glass Dome (Beauty and The Beast Inspired) 2) Preserved Sunflower in Luxury Wooden Box 3) The Mini "Bella" - Real Preserved Rose in Glass Dome   4)  Holiday Glass Ornaments with Forever Rose 5)  Eternal Rose in 5" Crystal Dome   Available through Carlos De Leon's Jewelry Studio 1)...

Real Estate

Agent of Change

For Kevin Klemens, Community Values Go Beyond Home Values Article by Don Seaman | Photography by Phillip Barone Facing an uncertain market in real estate is always troubling for a person making his living as a real estate agent. Right now, there’s a troubling lack of inventory, and rising mortgage rates (despite the recent Federal interest rate cut). The hustle required to have success in this line of work is at an apex. This has not deterred Kevin Klemens. It has not made his daytimes any...

Life + Culture

The Holiday Stakeout

On One Magical Christmas Eve, A Little Surveillance Pays Off Article by Phillip Barone Once upon a time, in the town of Montville, a group of scientifically-inclined kids set out to prove if Santa Claus was, indeed, real. The skeptical friends decided to gather evidence once and for all. Armed with gadgets, cookies, and curiosity, they devised an elaborate plan to uncover the truth. On Christmas Eve, the intrepid team set up their high-tech Santa-trapping system throughout Tim's house. They...

Life + Culture

Christmas Is Nothing To Bark At

The Holiday Season, As Told By Your Dog Article by Don Seaman (Written by a Labrador Retreiver. Edited by a much smarter Border Collie.)   Wait – what are all those boxes? And why do all of those balls have hooks on them? Is this a new training thing that I’m going to have to learn? (There had better be treats…) AND WHY IS A TREE GROWING IN MY LIVING ROOM??? What’s going on here? All of a sudden there are things everywhere. Sparkly things. The hoomans ( editor’s note: that’s HUMANS, you...

Wellness

The Wellness Loop

Growth, Gratitude, and Gathering All Start With A Single Step Article by Don Seaman | Photography by Loopwell Wellness is not a fixed point. There’s no “X” on a treasure map to tell you you’ve arrived, no final score that means you’ve won the game. It’s part of the stream of life, a quest to perpetually improve. To that end, wellness is an integrated journey. There’s not only physical wellness, but spiritual wellness, mental wellness, social wellness, and so many more. There’s even a Japanese...

Finance + Legal Services

Thankfulness in the Market

How the Fed Rate Cut Affects Wayne Homeowners Article by Peter D'Angelo With the recent Federal Reserve rate cut, there’s much to be thankful for this season, especially for homeowners and prospective buyers in Wayne, NJ. The Fed’s 0.5% cut brings the funds rate down to 4.75%–5%, in response to a cooling job market and inflation trends. While this change won’t immediately affect mortgage rates, it sets the stage for a more favorable environment moving forward. A Grateful Opportunity for...

Food + Beverage

Coconut Cream Pie

A Special Homemade Dessert From Our Friends At Angeloni's Article by Don Seaman | Photography by John Agnello For a great classic dessert from the kitchen of Angeloni's, here's a recipe for Banana Cream Pie to make at home. Or for something even easier - stop by Angeloni's for a slice of pizza and a slice of pie! Pie Crust: 1 ½ cup all-purpose flour 1 tbs sugar ½ tsp salt ½ cup cold butter 8 tbs cold water Place all ingredients except the water in a food processor and mix to combine...

Health + Wellness

Thanks For The Memories

ARDEN COURTS FOCUSES ON WHAT’S LEFT, NOT WHAT’S LOST Article by Don Seaman | Photography by John Agnello Living with dementia can be a cruel destiny. It can slowly, insidiously upend a person’s life. No one is ever prepared for a life without memories, without access to their past. For their families, it’s a new reality of confusion, uncertainty, and a daunting world of round-the-clock care ahead. Thankfully, there’s a team right here in Wayne that’s committed to providing a place for people...

Food + Beverage

Jersey's Pizza Heaven

The Brothers Behind Your Favorite Pizza Article by Don Seaman | Photography by John Agnello There’s one thing that’s a constant about people in Jersey. Everybody has an opinion, and they aren’t shy about sharing them. And EVERYBODY has an opinion about where you can find the best pizza. But those opinions generally rely upon personal experience. Apologies to those who mistakenly think that NY and Connecticut are at the top of the pizza kingdom. Sorry, they’re not. It’s here in North Jersey...