Entries by Rick Rome

Lauren Sánchez, Katy Perry, and Gayle King Lead Blue Origin’s Historic All-Female Flight

This spring, Blue Origin’s New Shepard rocket will launch from West Texas carrying an all-female crew led by Lauren Sánchez, alongside Katy Perry, Gayle King, Amanda Nguyen, Kerianne Flynn, and Aisha Bowe, marking the first all-women spaceflight since 1963. The historic 10-minute suborbital journey past the Kármán line, announced on February 27, 2025, reflects the Southwest’s legacy of bold exploration, inspiring the Phoenix region and beyond.

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Mastering Mindset

Life, like the ocean, is full of unknowns. Challenges—whether personal, financial, or emotional—can feel like relentless waves. But just as a kayaker learns to read the currents and adjust their course, we, too, can develop strategies to navigate life’s hardships. Here’s how to shift your mindset and move forward, no matter what’s in front of you.

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