Santa’s Keys and Other Tales
Editor’s Letter: December 2019 It’s that magical time of year in Fort Lauderdale – the time when we attempt to explain to children why it’s 74 and yet we’re making…
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Erik Petersen
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In 11 years working in US and UK print media, Erik has sparked debate, built relationships and delivered quality journalism. His work was shortlisted several times in Britain's primary newspaper awards. In 2009, Erik was named columnist of the year.
Taje Warrick: Born to Ride
Taje Warrick is one of the US’ top teenage equestrian competitors. But no matter how she does in competitions, she’s already won her biggest battle. Photography: Corey Grenier Wardrobe stylist:…
Kiss Kiss
Editor’s Letter: November 2019 I hate the semi-professional cheek kiss. Hate it. It’s terrible, and it makes me nervous. You know the one. This is the thing where, at a…
Bouncer’s Tale
Editor’s Letter: October 2019 If you had to rely on me catching a fish for your dinner, you’d discover the joys of dieting really quick. It’s just not my skill…
The New Prom Style
Editor’s Letter: September 2019 Jonathan the Tortoise is a Seychelles giant tortoise who lives on the South Atlantic island of Saint Helena. It’s believed that he was born in 1832,…
Standing Up for the Seas
Educator, activist and avid stand‑up paddleboarder Catherine Uden has become one of South Florida’s most high‑profile ocean advocates. She’s also someone who tries to live the values she speaks out…
Park Life
Editor’s Letter: August 2019 August is many things in the Petersen house. It is back-to-school month. (A big deal in a house with both a student and a teacher in…
Swimming With Sharks
Editor’s Letter: July 2019 My daughter, Small Human, is a safety-conscious sort. Seat-belt safety, crossing-the-seat safety, bike helmet safety, she’s got all your big safety categories nailed down. This talent…
Farm Boy
Editor’s Letter: June 2019 The instructor in my college Intro to Reporting class was divvying up beats, and we wanted the good stuff. This was the first opportunity for us…
The S’s of Summer
Editor’s Letter: May 2019 Summer’s a great time to plan fun family activities. One of my favorite activities is silently judging other parents. Granted, this is a super-fun activity all…