As golf professionals, we face many challenges making sure that everybody enjoys the time they spend during their round of golf. There are two areas where we can work together and improve everybody’s enjoyment. One being etiquette and the other is pace of play. ETIQUETTE The key to making sure proper etiquette is being followed […]

My first trip to Africa was to Tanzania in 2008. Randy and I marveled at our close encounters with the amazing array of wildlife—the “Big 5” of lion, elephant, caped buffalo, rhino and leopard–and so much more. In August, 2024, I returned from my sixth trip! Each has been different, filled with intimate, breathtaking moments […]

People sometimes are fearful of certain large breeds of dogs such as German Shepherds, Pit Bulls and Rottweilers. Because of their sheer size and reputation as being aggressive, biting, attack animals, these large canines often get a bad rep. However, the breeding, training and handling of these large dogs, is key to understanding the breed […]

As you prepare for your next great adventure—whether it’s a weekend getaway to the mountains or a trip to a remote beach—there’s one thing you’ll definitely want to do: capture the beauty of the landscape in your photos. Landscape photography is all about telling a story, evoking emotion, and transporting your viewers to that very […]

JOHN DEJOY’S CRAB CAKES YIELD: 46 – 1 OZ. CRAB CAKES INGREDIENTS 3 cans Crab Meat, drained, Special Lump 1 Red Bell Pepper, small diced 1 Yellow Bell Pepper, small diced 1 White Onion, small diced 1/4 cup Mayo 3 Eggs 2 Tablespoons Dijon Mustard 2 Tablespoons Parsley 2 sleeves Ritz Crackers Salt & Pepper […]

In November, the GirlFriends welcomed Steffanie Pearce from the Gulfshore Opera who shared her journey from performer to producer with us. Ms. Pearce has over 30 years of experience in the field of opera as a producer, director, performer, teacher and also enjoyed a long international singing career. Singers Julian Alfano and Aaron Santos, accompanied […]

This is the time of year when many people focus on their holiday and end-of-year giving. Some charitable organizations may spend as much as 95 percent of the money they collect through donations on their purpose or cause, while others spend more on administrative costs. Charity scammers often play on a donors’ sympathy and take […]

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who participated in the 2023-2024 Grandezza United Way Campaign. Your incredible generosity has made a meaningful impact. United Way’s mission to improve lives by mobilizing the caring power of communities is powered by supporters like you. 2023 Community Impact Highlights: • United Way 211 – Supported 75,637 contacts from […]

JOIN US! Come Deck the Halls with the Sounds of the Season and the GRANDEZZA SINGERS! Wednesday, December 11th at 5:30 PM in the GCC Foyer Hub Bar My granddaughter recently celebrated her 10th birthday. I congratulated her on reaching such a milestone. After explaining what milestones were and again congratulating her on achieving her […]

EXCITING TIMES AHEAD! INTRODUCTION Before we look forward to 2025, there are important things to report for the latter part of 2024! 1. THE RECREATIONAL AND SPORTS DEVELOPMENT PLANNED FOR ESTERO. The Village Management set up two meetings at the end of October and November 19th for residents to review and comment on the planned […]