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As life events have struck my heart, Dr. Gabor Mate’s five levels of compassion have helped me understand the deep compassion I feel for humanity. HUMAN COMPASSION In the wake of recent tragedies, I can’t help but feel compassionate for the people in California who lost everything in the fires, the people in North Carolina […]

One of the most overlooked yet essential elements of a strong tennis game is shoulder rotation. Whether you’re hitting a forehand, backhand, or serve, proper shoulder movement is the key to unlocking effortless power, improved accuracy, and a fluid stroke. WHAT IS SHOULDER ROTATION? Simply put, shoulder rotation refers to the turning of your upper […]

ANTARCTICA CAPTURED OUR HEARTS I must confess: Not that long ago, I was not all that interested in visiting Antarctica. Ice and penguins and 7th continent bragging rights. Uh huh. What’s all the fuss? WELL! Antarctica captured my heart and I already long to return. My adult daughter, Regan, and I were among 365 guests […]

Fashionistas gathered in March for our best attended event of the year, our annual fashion show and luncheon. Hilary Moleski directed this year’s spectacular show and D.J. Darlene Polyschuk provided the tunes. Modeling clothes by Cabi were Kara Nickolas, Wendy Cohen, Regina Staudt, Kelly MacKay, Jill McRae, Jennifer Seegers, Ann Hayes, Alice Farling, Jeri Ojeda, […]

JOLIE BELLE RENNER—THE FRENCH PRINCESS When Bill and I decided to find a new doggie, we agreed to find another poodle after we lost our dear Sophie who lived just shy of her 18th birthday. She was an apricot poodle, a cross between a toy and a miniature, weighing about 11 pounds. We were so […]

The Children’s Advocacy Center is instrumental in providing a coordinated response to child victims of abuse and neglect. Its mission is to enhance the lives of at-risk children and their families through their comprehensive prevention services. This past year, CAC provided crucial services to more than 2,000 children and adults in Southwest Florida. A group […]

In an effort to make the Grandezza Gazzette interesting and readable to our residents, we invite you to share your stories, experiences, and perspectives. We welcome articles about books, travel, pets, sports, TV and movies, tech, and/or content that will get our community talking and sharing! Just avoid topics such as politics and religion in […]

To place a classified ad Grandezza residents may e-mail [email protected]. An ad will run for THREE (3) MONTHS beginning with the first submission. Please inform us when the item has been sold or if you wish to have it deleted from the column. Also, you must notify us to continue an ad for an additional […]