Life is fragile and precious. Each day is a gift to be maximized and treasured, because it could be your last. We all know that, but we tend to forget it until some sobering reminder hits us unaware. Recently, we've taken several direct hits. ...more

March 22, 2009

If you've ever had a freak accident, the death of gifted actress Natasha Richardson from a fall on a beginner's ski slope this week must have got you thinking. ...more

March 21, 2009

Liam Neeson and Vanessa Redgrave were among family members who went to Broadway as theaters dimmed their lights in tribute to Natasha Richardson, the Tony-winning actress who died from bleeding in the skull caused by the fall she took on a ski slope. ...more

March 20, 2009

With a glance at the simple holiday decorations in the front yard, a visitor would never anticipate the intricate holiday scene located at the rear of the Sirrine family's home. ...more

December 1, 2008

It was supposed to be a winter wonderland. When Beach Park's Howard Hilton was planning the Great Tampa Snow Show, he envisioned smiling kids, Santa Claus spreading good cheer, frolicking reindeer and lots of snow. A giant Christmas tree would hulk over the festivities, and there would be a massive, five-story ski slope. ...more

August 28, 2008

Our nicely-equipped LX sedan with a 5-speed automatic — surprisingly, the automatic version is more economical than the 5-speed manual — stickers for $17,760. ...more

July 12, 2008