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Create Your Own Odyssey
last 14 years, Kim has become invaluable to the practice and her role has evolved.
Mythical Adventures Await in the Mediterranean
As office manager, Kim’s in charge of all the behind- the-scenes stuff that keeps the hospital running. From ordering food to handling accounts payable, each day is a little smoother with Kim on the job. She’s also mastered the software that runs everything at the hospital, making Kim our irreplaceable, amateur IT girl.
One of the oldest stories in Western literature is Homer’s “The Odyssey.”This epic poem tells the story of Odysseus and his long journey home after the Trojan War. While Odysseus’ travels were fraught with mythical monsters and magic, many of the places he visited are said to be inspired by real islands in the Mediterranean. Even today, travelers flock to these islands looking for peace, adventure, and epic stories of their own. Sicily, Italy One of the most popular stories in “The Odyssey” is the tale of Odysseus rescuing his crew from Polyphemus, a man-eating Cyclops. It’s said that Polyphemus made his home on what is now modern-day Sicily. Fortunately, there are no Cyclopes in Sicily today; there are only cultural festivals, world-class golf courses, and delicious food.
When Kim’s not keeping things running at the hospital, she’s keeping things running at home. Kim has two sons, 16-year-old Zackary and 11-year-old Brayden. They both keep her pretty busy, especially Brayden, who’s on a traveling hockey team. Kim also has cats of her own to cuddle, 10-year-old Girlfriend and 7-month-old Mooch. While Kim doesn’t spend much time at the front desk anymore, she still loves checking in with longtime clients and their pets — especially if that pet happens to be a cat. This love for animals, dedication to care, and skill with IT are what make Kim such an invaluable member of the team and a wonderful person to work with every day.
Gozo, Malta While Odysseus’ journey was perilous, he did enjoy one peaceful stop. Odysseus spent seven years on the mythical island of Ogygia, home of the nymph Calypso. Historians suspect that Ogygia was Gaudos, now modern-day Gozo, Malta. Gozo is home to the Ġgantija temples, which are older than the Egyptian pyramids. In addition to exploring its archaeological marvels, Gozo’s visitors can also enjoy snorkeling, horseback riding, and other memorable adventures.
To paraphrase an old saying, the way to a dog’s heart is through their stomach! This Valentine’s Day, treat your dog to some pet-friendly goodies they’re sure to love!
Ithaca, Greece If you want to chart your own odyssey, make your final stop Odysseus’ home, the island of Ithaca. Covered in lush greenery and quaint villages, Ithaca is a wonderful place to relax at the end of your trip. Visitors can enjoy their morning coffee by a seaside cafe before lounging on a secluded beach for the rest of the day. It’s no wonder why Odysseus fought so hard to get back to Ithaca!
INGREDIENTS:
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2 large eggs
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1/2 cup dried cranberries 3–4 tbsp coconut flour
1 1/2 cups almond flour
1 tbsp coconut oil
With dozens of other islands to explore, the Mediterranean is the perfect place to plan your own odyssey —minus the mythical monsters, of course.
DIRECTIONS:
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Heat oven to 325 F.
2. In a small bowl, beat eggs and set aside. In a separate bowl, com- bine almond flour, coconut oil, and cranberries. Pour in eggs and mix together with your hands until wet dough forms. 3. Mix in 1 tbsp of coconut flour at a time until dough easily forms into a ball. 4. Roll out dough on floured surface and cut with bite-size, heart- shaped cookie cutters. Transfer to cookie sheet lined with parch- ment paper. 5. Bake for 15–18 minutes or until treats are crisp. 6. Remove from oven and let treats cool completely before serving.
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