As we prepare this article in the middle of September we are enjoying a wonderful eventless late summer without “Windy Season” storms impacting Florida. However, we are only just past the historical high point of the hurricane season so let’s wait to celebrate! We have learned that it is not the number of storms but […]

As we approach the end of our current 10-year Comcast Internet and TV contract the Grandezza Bulk Cable Services Committee has interviewed five service providers, and received proposals from three. Following considerable analysis and extensive negotiations, the committee’s recommendation to sign a new contract with Comcast has been approved by the Master Board and becomes […]

“Kiss today goodbye And point me toward tomorrow We did what we had to do Won’t forget, can’t regret What I did for Love” ~Music by Marvin Hamlisch and lyrics by Edward Kleban, Chorus Line I have always loved this timeless song, “What I Did for Love,” sung in 1975 by Priscilla Lopez in the […]

In Florida, October is a month that ushers in slightly cooler breezes, a welcome relief after the long summer heat. While it is still technically hurricane season, residents embrace the early signs of fall with a variety of holidays and celebrations that reflect both national traditions and Florida’s unique local character. The month begins with […]

Over the past three years, I’ve been carefully shaping Harmonize with Happiness, a program built on research, reflection and real-world practice. What started as a simple presentation has evolved into a dynamic, multi-part experience. With each passing year, I’ve deepened my study of the science of happiness, refined the visuals to spark curiosity and woven […]

From the Grandezza’s own Sharmin Fairbanks McKenny comes Made to Last Forever: A Family. A House. A Nation, a captivating historical novel depicting Sharmin’s ancestral family and the widely known Fairbanks House built in 1637 in Dedham, Massachusetts, where Jonathan and Grace Fairbanks originally settled upon arrival from England. Rich in historical detail about life […]

As autumn settles in and many of you return to the courts after a summer or seasonal break, I want to take a moment to guide you back into your tennis routine thoughtfully and effectively. A layoff from the game—whether weeks or months—requires patience, focus, and a smart plan so that you can enjoy your […]

THE NEED TO REPLACE YOUR WEDGES PERIODICALLY One of the most overlooked areas of a player’s equipment is their wedges. Next to the putter, your wedge is likely the most used club. You should replace your wedges periodically because their performance degrades over time due to wear. Here’s why it’s important: WORN GROOVES REDUCE SPIN […]

A JOURNEY THROUGH SWITZERLAND: PEAKS, VILLAGES, AND MEMORIES High on my bucket list has always been a visit to Switzerland, and with this recent trip, I can finally check that one off. Traveling with Odysseys Travel, Mark and I came home with unforgettable memories of this high-altitude, breathtaking adventure. We arrived in Zurich, navigated our […]

Tell the rest of Grandezza about your beloved pet! Share favorite stories that reveal your pet’s personality in 300-600 words and we’ll feature your pet with a few pictures in the next issue of the Grandezza Gazzette. Send your article to: [email protected].