• Dry January: An Unsolicited Sojourn in Sobriety,Cole Novak

    Dry January: An Unsolicited Sojourn in Sobriety

    The sun just set on January 2, 2025. I closed my laptop for the day. I don’t know what to do with myself. I’ve committed to Dry January and already allowed myself a mulligan for the New Year’s Day holiday to have a glass of wine at lunch—and dinner. Today is the day I truly begin my search for tempo

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  • Our Favorite Hiking Gear for 2025,Nicolle Monico

    Our Favorite Hiking Gear for 2025

    It’s the new year, and if the path up Cowles Mountain is any indication, people are eager to get out there and get hiking. Plus, it’s a beautiful way to take advantage of the San Diego region, get free exercise and spend time outside. I already do plenty of hiking, so this year I’m adding a family c

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  • I Tried It: The All-Day Massage,Cole Novak

    I Tried It: The All-Day Massage

    Some people look for diamonds; others seek golden fame. Me, I’m trying to find the world’s greatest massage.For years, I’ve been searching for a consciousness-altering, life-changing touch. A healing pain. The kind of muscular manipulation they outlawed centuries ago. I’ve explored high-dollar spas

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