Category Archives: Life lessons

Community Bright Spots! The Sand Dunes

Posted on August 10, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. The sand dunes provide a barrier to protect property. The sea oats help stabilize the dune structure. Photos below show a few dunes in our beaches area today … Continue reading →

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(Issue #585) Sharing Wisdom Across The Ages

Posted on August 8, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

“Science is organized knowledge. Wisdom is organized life.”~attributed to Immanuel Kant~ Last week I left you with a question, “Do you think a twenty-something and a seventy-something share life lessons, questions, and advice?” I sent an email to friends and … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Sea Turtles

Posted on August 1, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. From May through October, sea turtles visit our beaches to lay eggs. Their trek from ocean to dune line and back reminds me of the traits of fortitude, … Continue reading →

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(Issue #584) Wisdom of the Ages

Posted on August 1, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

Do you think a twenty-something and a seventy-something,for instance, share life lessons, questions and advice? Last year, I did some reading about the oldest of old. What they lived, thought, and hoped for moving forward.  It made me wonder about … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Beaches Habitat Housing

Posted on July 27, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. In 2019, Beaches Habitat for Humanity (Atlantic Beach, FL) and its dedicated volunteers and community leaders celebrated the completion of OceanGate, a 70-home community of multifamily homes. A … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Parks (Neptune Beach, FL)

Posted on July 20, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the mission of this page here. Last week I focused on a few of the parks in Jacksonville Beach, Florida. This week we stroll to our neighboring community of Neptune Beach, Florida–nestled between Atlantic … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Parks (Atlantic Beach, FL)

Posted on July 6, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the purpose of this page here. Atlantic Beach, FL has an array of parks scattered throughout the city. Some host sporting events or playground areas. Others serve as quiet places for retreat, reflection, and … Continue reading →

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(Issue #579) Awakening

Posted on June 27, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

As I read these seven habits I could see how they interrelated and supported each other. In an article for Spirituality and Health, Victor M. Parachin outlines qualities of people who have awakened.  Drawing on teachings from the Buddha, Parachin … Continue reading →

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Community Bright Spots! Lifeguard Stations (Part 2)

Posted on June 22, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

NOTE: You can find more information about the purpose of this page here. For three weeks I will highlight one lifeguard station from each of our beach communities. Last week, I shared information and photos about The Jacksonville Beach (FL) Volunteer … Continue reading →

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(Issue #578) That Was The Longest Twenty Minutes Of My Life!

Posted on June 20, 2021 by Steve Piscitelli

I know that when I put the audience first, I succeeded. This past week, a community committee on which I serve asked me to share ideas about presentation skills. Specifically, strategies to help speakers connect with an audience.  We’ve all … Continue reading →

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