International Women’s Day 2023 – I dream of an equitable world
March 8, 2023 is International Women’s Day! But it’s much more than a global celebration of social, economic, cultural, and political achievements of women all over the world. It’s also a day that raises awareness to issues like gender equality, reproductive rights, as well as violence and abuse against women. The theme for this year’s […]
Staying Healthy Is Hard Work – My Love And Hate Relationship With Exercise
Guess what? I tried to exercise the other day for the first time in a very long time. A few minutes or so later I got lightheaded and I ended up on my butt. I believe I know why I felt faint, but before I get into it I’m just gonna go ahead and say […]
Legendary Night with Tom Jones at Hard Rock Live at Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casino Hollywood [REVIEW]
Concert Review by Carli Leon Music icon Tom Jones delivered an electrifying performance at Seminole Hard Rock Hollywood, captivating the audience with his timeless hits and unparalleled stage presence. Despite being 83 years old, Jones showed no signs of slowing down as he mesmerized fans with classics like “It’s Not Unusual,” “Delilah,” and “What’s New […]
My Beautiful Haitian Culture – 6 Unique Things I Love About It
I’m a proud Haitian woman who, against all odds, was able to accomplish a lot. My ambition and resilience come from my ancestors who were the first blacks to lead the way to independence through blood, defiance, determination, and great sacrifices. Known as the catalyst in the abolishment of slavery, Haiti was once called “La Perle des Antilles” (The Pearl of the Antilles) mainly because of its once admired and coveted beauty, natural wealth and opulent tropical forests. Today it’s a broken nation with bare mountains and limited resources imprisoned by extreme poverty and socio-political unrest; but surprisingly (and thankfully) the essence of its culture remains untouched.
Most NYRs Are Hard To Keep – Here’s My New and Failproof Approach to New Year’s Resolutions
If you’re someone who regularly sets New Year’s resolutions and often wonders why they never pan out, you are not alone. As far back as I can remember I’ve always had trouble keeping mine. I usually start with the best of intentions, but my results are never as desired. I eventually got tired of failing […]
2022 Art Basel Miami Beach
Ready or not, here it comes!!! The world’s largest art festival is back and it’s going to be bigger than ever this year. Of course I’m talking about Art Basel Miami Beach. Even though the official dates are December 1-3 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the parties will flow nonstop throughout the entire Miami […]
2022 ART BASEL MIAMI BEACH: 20-Year Anniversary & Largest Exhibition Ever!
Here we go again Barefooters! Art Basel Miami Beach is just two weeks away. I don’t know about you, but I am ready for it!!! Even though the official dates are December 1-3 at the Miami Beach Convention Center, the events and parties will flow nonstop throughout the entire Miami Art week (November 29 – […]
Moët Hennessy – Our Cellar Art Basel Event
Thursday night, Moët Hennessy celebrated Art Basel at the Four Seasons Surfside featuring their iconic brands from their ecommerce site, Our Cellar. Guests sipped on Dom Perignon, Ruinart, Veuve Clicquot, Moët & Chandon, Cloudy Bay and cocktails featuring Volcan Tequila, Belvedere Vodka and Hennessy X.O. Exclusive bottles sold on the site were on display including the Veuve […]
SPECTRUM MIAMI AND RED DOT MIAMI PAIRS UP FOR MIAMI ART WEEK
Art fanatics and industry leaders alike are eagerly anticipating the return of Miami Art Week, with Spectrum Miami and Red Dot Miami set to host the only Two Fairs Under One Roof. From December 5-10, over 1,000 artists will showcase their work to an estimated 35,000 attendees, covering more than 150,000 square feet of exhibition […]
DESIGN MIAMI/ART BASEL 2022
Design Miami/ is gearing up for its 18th edition, set to take place at Pride Park, Miami Beach, from November 30 to December 4, 2022. Featuring the theme “The Golden Age: Looking to the Future,” the event’s curatorial director, Maria Cristina Didero, has curated a diverse program that offers innovative and thought-provoking responses to the […]