Your Moment is Now

There’s something special about a star when the news about their houses start spreading like wildfire. It’s perhaps one of the most obvious signs of success, because suddenly, everyone in the world knows how rich they are, and what a luxurious life they lead. So when Lenny Kravitz’ house in Miami goes up for sale, it is big news.

It doesn’t have a lot to do with the price tag, although the exact amount is interesting for some. It’s easy to assume, however, that a home here, in this dazzling city, will cost quite a bit. Add the easy access to the beach, because it’s in the back yard, along with thousands of square feet of beautiful space, then the price tag rises even more. It doesn’t matter that there are designers that work on the house, and have been paid a million for the services, because it’s obvious that this is someone who makes a good living.

In this city, with the gorgeous restaurants and the best Miami spas , celebrity homes are nothing new. It is rather refreshing, though, when a star of this stature can hold on to their prominence. With a long history of good deeds, and a continually evolving involvement in all sorts of charitable works, Lenny Kravitz isn’t someone who’s resting on his laurels, and in fact, he’s selling some.

If you have had your car long enough, you recognize that you will eventually need to repair the shocks. While some people may feel like this is too big of a hassle, it is honestly easiest with some cars like the Chevrolet Cavalier and the Dodge Caravan to do your own work. All you need is to get the right Chevrolet Cavalier repair manual . The real trick is knowing when you need to replace the shocks and struts.

It is hard sometimes to know if you need to replace the shocks and struts, however. There should be some kind of advice in the repair manuals, but that doesn’t change the fact that the truth is that the longer you drive on the bad shocks the more it feels like that is ok. This is because they wear so gradually that you will probably not really notice a difference from how they were six months ago and how they are now.

With Dodge Caravans, the easy way to tell if you need to crack open your Dodge Caravan repair manual is to do the bounce test . Sit on the hood and bounce a couple of times then get off. The car should only bounce one more time before leveling off. If it bounces more than that, it needs new shocks.

The tradition of dressing up for Halloween comes from multiple sources, and the origins are rather difficult to pinpoint to one location at one time. Chances are pretty good that it’s a combination of cultural traditions over the course of history that makes the holiday what it is today. The idea of people putting on Halloween costumes one night out of the year is certainly appealing. For many people, it’s the very top of the list for holidays, because dressing up is fun.

The origins are every bit as spooky as one would suspect from the popularity of horror costumes. That’s not a coincidence at all, because the time of the year is a traditional one for celebrating the dead in many places. In Mexico, the Dia de los Muertos celebrations are major events that last the better part of a week. The actual day isn’t spent dressing up like monsters, however, but is spent tending to the graves of family members who have passed, and holding a ceremonial meal in their honor.

The tradition is very similar to Samhain in Ireland, where the ancestors are revered, and for that matter, also finds a place in Poland with Forefather’s Eve . There’s something about the time of year, when the days start to get darker, and colder, and gathering together to remember the loved ones is a way of bringing in the winter.

Alki Beach Park is one of Seattle’s true treasures. The views are abundant and spectacular and it’s all due to Seattle’s efforts to make this area pedestrian-friendly, which they have succeeded. When you visit the Park, you’ll see throngs of people with the same idea as you; just wanting to hang-out at a nice, peaceful place, or grab a bite to eat at one of the many restaurants along the path leading up to the beach.

At the Alki Beach, you’ll find that this 2 ½ mile strip of sand to be one of the most popular beaches in the area. Located at 1702 Alki Avenue Southwest and within walking distance of several 5 star hotels Seattle offers its visitors. Alki Beach is now one of the highlights of staying in West Seattle. If you’re not staying in West Seattle, the best way to get to Alki Beach is by boat, because parking can be a hassle

Alki Beach is a great place to people watch; there are plenty of sunbathers when the weathers warm, plenty of athletic types, swimmers and families. The beach is also lined with a path that is great for jogging, biking, walking or skating. In the evenings, walking along Alki is wonderful and refreshing.

If you like a little more action, then check-out Alki on Friday and Saturday nights, Alki becomes a hotspot for hot rides to show off their wheels as they cruise up and down the strip. But, if it’s the peaceful aspect you’re looking for, head over anytime during the week day or week night.

The entire state of Ohio has been home to a number of musical revolutions and evolutions, and still might be one of the most overlooked places in the country. It’s either a very unfortunate oversight, or a result of the way the people of the state tend to understate their own accomplishments. It’s the part of the midwest that almost verges toward the east coast, but they’ve still maintained a very solid identity.

Dayton is perhaps one of its most diverse places, with a lively population that’s fed with the youthful energies of the college kids. It makes for a wonderful cultural scene, but still keeps all the midwestern charms that make it so enchanting. It’s had some major talents in music, playing genres as varied as funk, hard rock, punk, and indie. Lately, Dayton’s been in the news again as the Breeders continue their bewilderingly brilliant musical output, keeping the city and the band in a position to set the pulse for indie music.

It all started 20 years ago, when Kim Deal of the Pixies and Tanya Donnelly of Throwing Muses got together to start a side project that would be more artistically fulfilling. The bands they were in were, of course, already wildly successful, so this was to be a vehicle for experiments and the pleasure of trying out new things.

The experiment continues, 20 years later, and although Donnelly has left to pursue her own brand of rhythmic innovation, the Breeders are still playing out and recording new songs. The combination of musical personalities helped to guide the music in new directions at the beginning, but now it seems to be fueled on its own momentum, and there’s little sign of it coming to a halt any time soon.

It’s good news for anyone coming to the city, looking for a hotel. Dayton not only offers wide selections for accommodation, but continues to produce great music and entertainment, and is a city worth mentioning on all the lists.