January 2025 Letter From Publisher
Dec 31, 2024 12:00PM ● By Holly Baker
Holly Baker
Happy New Year! As we step into 2025, we’re offered the gift of a clean slate—a chance to dream big, set meaningful intentions, and embrace the limitless possibilities that lie ahead. In the Chinese zodiac, 2025 is the Year of the Green Wood Snake, symbolizing growth, adaptability and wisdom. Dale Bruder delves into the significance of this elegant symbol in one of our local feature articles this month (see page 14), offering insights on how its energy can inspire our journey through the year.
In essence, this year invites us to align with the Green Wood Snake’s call for thoughtful growth, authentic transformation, and a renewed connection to what truly matters. It’s a year to trust your intuition, nurture what you value, and embrace the beauty of transformation.
In essence, this year invites us to align with the Green Wood Snake’s call for thoughtful growth, authentic transformation, and a renewed connection to what truly matters. It’s a year to trust your intuition, nurture what you value, and embrace the beauty of transformation.
Here in the desert, January is a time of renewal. The crisp air and sun-dappled landscapes invite reflection and growth, reminding us that even amidst the stillness of winter, life thrives in resilient and unexpected ways. It’s the perfect backdrop for reconnecting with ourselves, our dreams, and our purpose.
This month’s issue is brimming with inspiration to help you create your healthiest, happiest year yet. For music lovers, don’t miss a special performance by the Queen of Swing herself, Gunhild Carling, on January 25 at the Fox Tucson Theatre. Known for her electrifying jazz performances with her big band, Gunhild promises an evening of soulful music and joy you won’t want to miss. Learn more about her in this month’s artist spotlight by Suzie Agrillo on page 16.
In addition, we’re exploring practical ways to live safely with technology in an article by Lisa Smith featured on page 22. With simple, actionable steps to reduce cell phone radiation exposure, you can create a safer digital environment for yourself and your family.
For those looking to chart a new course in the year ahead, Deb Beroset, founder of It’s Time for Moxie, shares how to reconnect with your dreams while shedding limiting beliefs in her article "The Art of Becoming" on page 10. Her insights are a powerful reminder that the path to our fullest potential begins within.
Whether you’re drawn to music, mindfulness or exploring healthier habits, this issue offers something for everyone. Let’s walk into 2025 with open hearts, ready to embrace the wisdom of the Green Wood Snake and the unique opportunities this year will bring.
Here’s to a year of growth, joy and connection. May 2025 be your best year yet!
Cheers!
Holly
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