
The Corkscrew Journal
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Its unique shape has made it a natural inspiration for artists, symbolizing creativity and the unpredictable twists of life. In folklore, its spirals are thought to represent the intricate paths of life or serve as a botanical reflection of life's complexities.

The Endless Summer, Robert August & Surfboards
Ellie Smith with Blake’s Robert August “What I Ride” Board.
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“The Sporting Club” [1969] | Thomas McGuane & Other Literary Works
His fiction spans over five decades, beginning with The Sporting Club (1969), a caustic debut about two privileged misfits at odds in a Michigan hunting resort.

The Poetry of William Butler Yeats
Blake Smith [C&C] always carried a copy of Yeats [linked edition] in his Land Rovers. William Butler Yeats (1865–1939) was one of the most influential poets of the 20th century and a key figure in the transition from the Romantic to the Modernist era.

Vivian Maier | Greatest Street Photographer of the 20th Century
“We have a real artist here,” said photographer Joel Meyerowitz. “She was a real poet of the street.”

The Wooden Chris Craft | Founded 1874
It began in 1874, when Christopher Columbus Smith, a young boatbuilder in Algonac, Michigan, began handcrafting wooden skiffs that quickly earned a reputation for speed and durability.

Sarah Jean Mucha | Baja Sur, Mexico Real Estate
As a real estate advisor, she fully immerses herself by staying up-to-date on the market and working hard to ensure her clients enjoy a luxury real estate experience.

Courtney King | Bozeman, Montana Real Estate
Featured on HGTV’s “Living Big Sky” and “What You Get For The Money,” Courtney brings national visibility and Montana authenticity to every transaction.

William Chrisant & Sons’ Old Florida Book Shop
Located in Dania Beach, Florida, Old Florida Book Shop is home to over 50,000 items accumulated over the last 40 years, including antique furniture, oriental rugs, and Peter the cat.

Joyce Rey Real Estate | Beverly Hills, California
Joyce Rey began her real estate journey in 1974. Just roughly a year into her career, she struck success almost immediately when she sold her first luxury home to the late heiress Christina Onassis, the only daughter of Greek shipping magnate Aristotle Onassis.

John J. McShea | The Wooden Boat
John has been producing work professionally since 1999 and has restored and re-built many boats from dinghies to yachts. Specializing in the highest quality woodwork with a creative and original touch.

The Beat… Revisited.
The Beat Movement, also known as the Beat Generation, was a literary and cultural movement that emerged in the United States during the late 1940s and 1950s. It was characterized by its rejection of conventional societal norms, exploration of spirituality, and critique of materialism, conformity, and consumerism.

Tracy Wolfson | Mendocino, Californa Real Estate
Clients consistently praise her professionalism, responsiveness, and warm, positive energy—qualities that make real estate transactions smooth and enjoyable.

Dina Goldentayer Real Estate | Miami
Dina has been featured on the Forbes real estate list, honored by The Wall Street Journal, and named a 2024 Influential Business Woman by the South Florida Business Journal.

Cathy Franklin Real Estate | New York City
With over $5 billion in luxury cooperative, condominium, and townhouse sales, Cathy Franklin is a 30-year real estate veteran and one of Manhattan’s most accomplished and respected broker

Lokahi Properties | Todos Santos, Mexico Real Estate
Discover your dream property with us—be it a pristine piece of land, a charming casa, or a lucrative investment opportunity. Your Baja adventure awaits!

Manzone Group | Contra Costa County Real Estate
Embracing change and innovation, we continuously rethink the real estate journey to better serve our clients and successfully close sales. At the heart of our work are genuine relationships, enriched with happiness and laughter.

Anne Hitch | Myrtle Beach, South Carolina Real Estate
Anne offers a combined experience of 40 years in marketing, construction, luxury-home building, and real estate sales.

Debbie Ball | Napa Valley, California Real Estate
From the moment you meet her, it’s clear why “People Person” describes her perfectly. Debbie’s ability to listen, understand, and communicate effectively has earned her a stellar reputation in the industry.

Milk Bottles
What began as a chance find on a walk has blossomed into perhaps the world’s largest curated milk bottle collection, preserving over a century of dairy culture through 23,000+ glass relics.

Chris Mitchell Real Estate | Lexington, KY
A consistent multi-million dollar producer since 1998, Chris brings decades of expertise to both the central Kentucky market and clients around the globe.