Paul Maurice

Florida Forever

By: Gabriela Yareliz The Florida Panthers are back-to-back Stanley Cup champions. I told you guys, they are undeniable. One of the TNT commentators (I think it was Lundqvist) said this team is a masterclass in teamwork and the game of hockey. They are. This team is fierce. Their coach— iconic. Underlying everything is their belief.Continue reading “Florida Forever”

Florida Heat

By: Gabriela Yareliz Even if two teams play brilliantly, only one wins. There will always be someone who falls second. Even if it’s barely second in a game that goes into overtime. (Overtime is something we can talk about later— life sometimes feels like an OT. You are exhausted, but still in the game, fightingContinue reading “Florida Heat”

Coaches with Coffee

Two iconic coaches; one interview. Their friendship was lovely to watch. Gems of wisdom are spoke throughout.

Adversity

I have been thinking a lot about something I heard Paul Maurice say in the Panthers locker room— “It’s always the adversity that makes it special.” That is a fact.

By: Gabriela Yareliz The Florida Panthers are advancing to the Eastern Conference Final. Paul Maurice’s press conference after yesterday’s hard-fought game 7 with the Leafs was such a reminder as to why he is my favorite coach. Maurice embodies a humble leader, who is fair, strategic and imparts greatness. The man is a class act.Continue reading “Paul Maurice”

July 2024 Favorites

Hello! Is it just me, or did July just FLY by? Suddenly, one Friday I found out it was time for Summer Stroll (think of Summer Stroll as a giant block party); My favorite vendor on the commercial avenue told me. The shock set in. Summer Stroll means summer is almost over, and my leaseContinue reading “July 2024 Favorites”

June 2024 Favorites

Hello friends, What a month. We lived intensely in June, and it flew by. This month started with a popping party in Staten Island. It was a blast. I met the incredible Tina Forte and Scott Lobaido out there. I got nostalgic and remembered Jell-o, and there were like thirty photos of Jell-o on myContinue reading “June 2024 Favorites”