Written by Morgan Crawford Scott | Photo of Dominique by Carolyn Allen Photography A nurse by trade, wife and mother by day, Dominique Messerschmidt—or “Mrs. Mahjong,” to all—is a key player in today’s mahjong movement. Introduced to the game a few years ago by a good friend, she was immediately hooked and quickly became a mahjong maven herself. Recognizing how intimidating the game can be for beginners, she began teaching classes to family and friends. Interest spread quickl

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Luisa Hernandez Arboleda on passion, purpose, and the power of classical architecture. For Luisa Hernandez Arboleda, the spaces we in-habit are more than shelter—they are the silent wit-nesses to our growth, the backdrop for our fondest memories, and symbols of care and intention. As a senior at the University of Miami, Luisa stands ready to join the renowned architecture firm Robert A.M.Stern Architects (RAMSA) in New York City, carving her own path in the world of classical