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Snake Guru Saving all the Creepy, Crawly Critters in Arizona
We recently met Nicholas Massimo, 36, from Phoenix, Arizona, who is a herpetologist and owner of Snake Guru, LLC. A herpetologist is an expert in biology of reptiles and amphibians and follow careers in teaching, research, conservation and zoo-keeping which is the end goal for the Snake Guru. What happens if you find a rattlesnake during your midnight munchies? Nick also offers 24/7 professional reptile relocation and removal services in Phoenix, Arizona and surrounding cities. Let’s deep dive into this interesting world of Arizona’s own Crocodile Dundee with a question and answer session below! Q: How did you get into being a “Snake Guru”? A: I have over 15 years…
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Why Regular Dental Checkups are Non-Negotiable
Photo by Caroline LM from Unsplash In a time when health is so important, taking care of our teeth is a key part of staying well, but it’s something people often forget about. Regular dental visits can catch problems like cavities or gum disease early, before they get worse and more expensive to treat. Moreover, a healthy mouth can also mean a healthier body, as problems in your mouth can affect the rest of your health too. This post explores the multifaceted benefits of maintaining this dental regimen, emphasizing the preventive, diagnostic, and economic advantages that come with prioritizing our oral hygiene. Why are Regular Dental Checkups Important? The American…
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5 Fun Ways To Celebrate Easter
Image credit Easter is fast approaching, and for those who like to celebrate the festival synonymous with chocolate and new beginnings, finding ways to spend this joyous holiday can help you to enjoy it more and really have some fun. Whether you have kids or not, Easter is a time for getting together with loved ones and partaking in all things egg and bunny-related. If you need some inspiration on how to spend your Easter this year, then read on. Egg Hunts Traditionally thought of as a kids-only thing, an Easter egg hunt can be fun for the whole family. A simplified version where kids find small chocolate eggs or…
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Glamping in an AirStream at The Cozy Peach at Schnepf Farms in Queen Creek, Arizona
Photos, story and video by Cassie Hepler The nice thing about living in Phoenix is the short drive to surrounding towns that take you to a completely different vibe in any direction. And moving to North Phoenix which for is 20 minutes directly above the city much like when I lived in the Manayunk section of Philly ironically, offers you all the highways only about a mile away. Learning the rhythm of any city is the key to keeping your driving sanity and it’s no different here: skip rush hour from 7 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and 3 p.m. to 7 p.m. So we headed down to Queen Creek, just…
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Float Through The Flower Fields in Carlsbad, California
Story, photos and video by Cassie Hepler As part of a girls getaway to The Cassara Carlsbad in San Diego, California, my college bestie and I met up for a flower-filled feminine rendez-vous with the key highlight of visiting the glorious Flower Fields at Carlsbad Ranch. And part of that experience includes being dropped off by the hotel shuttle right in front of the entrance to the flower fields even though it is walkable from The Cassara. It was still humid, cool and misty, especially for this Phoenician but not enough to need a sweater which worked perfectly for our pretty, flowing dresses and my curly hair. There are 55…
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How to Start a Stunning Jewelry Collection
Photo by Engin Akyurt Are you ready to start adding accessories to your wardrobe but don’t know exactly where to begin especially in terms of jewelry? Then having a guide will help you make the right choices. Selecting the right pieces that will mix and match well with just about any outfit you have is critical when you are creating a jewelry collection. Your collection should be beautiful but it should also enhance any outfit that you are wearing. Here are some of the key things you need to consider when choosing jewelry for your new collection. Consider Your Style and Preference It’s important that you think about what type…
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Rent a Car and Road Trip through Northwest Kansas
Story, photos by Cassie Hepler After my debacle of American Airlines travel to Missouri, I was back to the constant air bus rotation of which one sucks less now and I landed on Southwest Airlines. Good ‘ol Southwest was my go-to back in the day but I strayed and got burned like cheaters always do. So I came crawling back and was pleasantly surprised they offer nonstop flights to Wichita, Kansas – from Phoenix only a couple hours in the air. This time my mom was invited to join me as my road trip buddy and see firsthand that indeed, press trips are NOT free vacations, just a lot of…
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Drinking For Fun, And Drinking To Excess: A Primer
Unsplash – CC0 License Drinking is an integral part of our culture and has been for thousands of years. Every attempt to crush it has only made it come back stronger or go underground. Therefore, we need to come to terms and make peace with it. But how do we do that in our personal lives? The pressure to drink is everywhere, particularly for those who spend a lot of time socializing and networking. Getting sozzled with alcohol is almost an approved form of etiquette. Fortunately, this post is here to help. We take a look at what it means to drink for fun and the difference between that and…
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Holiday Gift Guide for Last Minute Shoppers
by Cassie Hepler Here it is the week before Christmas and have I sent any packages in the mail yet? No. Do I always wait until last minute? Yes. Because present’s day (as I’ve always called it) is hella stressful. The work crunch of shoving in everything you can before attempting to take a legit break is plain exhausting. We are animals after all and this time of year is supposed to be hibernation and rest time. But good ol’ capitalism is at it again although it seems more people are waking up to the fact that corporate America really couldn’t give a flying fart about Americans in general (thanks…
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Explore Weird Wichita, Kansas and Dive into the Heart of the Country
Story, photos by Cassie Hepler If there’s one thing I really like, it’s the underdog. And I feel like Wichita, Kansas is an overlooked diamond in the rough which is why I was quick to agree to a press trip even among all the questionable comments from others. And mind you, our motto is “finding the unusual out of the ordinary” and this place hit the nail on the head. The irony of this story is now a lot of those same people now want to visit after sharing video highlights on my Instagram and TikTok accounts! Read on to see why… Did you know Wichita is the largest city…
