Health + Wellness

Gift Of Health!

For Mother's Day and Everyday Give the Gift of Health to your loved ones and yourself! Article by Victoria Golden Floating Lotus Therapeutic Spa & Health Center has been serving the community for over 30 years and has been awarded Best Day Spa in Florida for 2023, 2034, & 2025 as well as being nominated again for 2026.  The mission of the Lotus is to provide excellent therapeutic services for Pain Relief, Anti-Aging, Athletic and Surgical Recovery. Leave the stress behind and bring back...

Shopping

Crevasse's Florist

Article by Leza Mueller | Photography by Crevasse's Florist Mother's Day is the perfect time to celebrate the women who mean the most to you. Stop by and choose from our stunning floral arrangements, beautiful blooms to honor every extraordinary mom in your life.  https://www.crevassesflorist.com/

Wellness

Strength From Within

Purely Pelvic helps women restore pelvic health, comfort, and confidence at every life stage. Article and Photography by Evette Reed May is a time to celebrate the strength, resilience, and accomplishments of women in our community. It is also an opportunity to highlight an often overlooked, yet essential, part of a women’s well-being: pelvic health. Throughout life, a woman’s body experiences remarkable transitions—from adolescence and pregnancy to postpartum recovery, perimenopause, and...

Health + Wellness

Longevity Begins With How You Move

Brain-based movement training builds confidence, strength, and lasting independence. Article and Photography by Dr.Laura W. McChesney Chiropractic Physician True longevity is more than strength; it’s the powerful connection between the brain, balance, movement and the spine. That’s the mission of Dr. Laura McChesney and her team at Momentum Rehab and Chiropractic— to help people reclaim an active, independent life, naturally. With neurocognitive training, awareness sharpens. Improved balance...

Food + Beverage

Raise Your Glass: Where Wine Meets Community

Women-owned & veteran-owned wine bar earns awards while balancing family, personal trials, and community impact. Article by Daisy Cottle | Photography by Marla Jacobsen On any given evening at Raise Your Glass Wine Bar , laughter spills across the bar, glasses clink during tastings, and neighbors who arrived as strangers leave as friends. Since opening in July 2025, Raise Your Glass Wine Bar, owned by Daisy Cottle and her partner, Jace Tyler, has quickly become one of Gainesville's most...

Home Services

Understanding the Aging Continuum

Planning Ahead for Peace of Mind Article by Deborah Johnson For many families, conversations about aging begin after a crisis such as a fall, a diagnosis, or a sudden change that can’t be ignored. Yet aging is not a single event. It is a continuum, and understanding that continuum empowers families to make thoughtful decisions before urgency takes over.  The journey may include aging safely at home, assisted living, memory care, or skilled nursing. Needs often evolve gradually. Subtle signs...

Health + Wellness

Strong Muscles, Stronger Women, Stronger Futures

Muscle is more than strength or appearance. It supports metabolism, bone health, energy, and longevity, making it a powerful investment in women’s health. Article and Photography by Dawn Smith, MD For years, the conversation around women’s health has often centered on the scale, calories, and weight loss. Today, that conversation is beginning to shift as we better understand that muscle is one of the most important predictors of long-term health. Healthy muscle supports metabolism, stabilizes...

Professional Services

Curious About Water Cremation?

An Innovative and Natural Extension of Forest Meadows Funeral Home & Crematory Services Article and Photography by Peter G. Maloney, CEO Forest Meadows Funeral Homes and Crematory is proud to offer Water Cremation, providing families in our community with a thoughtful and environmentally friendly choice. While we also operate a brand-new, state-of-the-art fire cremation retort, we believe families should have options that reflect their personal values and priorities.  Water Cremation, also...

Finance + Legal Services

Terri’s Two Cents

Why Profit Must Be Part of Every Woman’s Business Strategy Article by Terri Bork Abacus Gal, LLC | Photography by Tristan Ford Frower Ladies, can we have an honest conversation? Not about hustle. Not about followers. Not about how busy we are. About profit. As women business owners, we care deeply. We want to serve well, deliver excellence, and build something meaningful. We say yes because we see potential. We go the extra mile because it feels right. But here is my two cents: profit...

Professional Services

Restoring Your Shape After Weight Loss

How abdominoplasty helps women regain strength, contour, and confidence Article by Jason J. Rosenberg, MD, FACS | Photography by Tyler Laborde: Naps Happen Photography Pregnancy and significant weight loss are transformative experiences. They often bring tremendous pride and accomplishment, but they can also leave lasting changes to the body, particularly in the abdomen. Many women find that despite healthy habits, regular exercise, and returning to their ideal weight, the abdomen does not...