Chantel Brink

Chantel Brink

Family & Lifestyle Journalist

Chantel is a creative writer, foster for local animal welfare, and mom to 2 young girls who inspire her with their wisdom beyond years, always keeping her on her toes!

A vacationer received warnings from fellow travelers after noticing “cute little pineapples” affixed to cruise ship doors. While they’re often seen as aesthetic tributes to tropical fruits, their meaning can change dramatically in certain contexts – bring on the upside-down pineapple. Pineapple Symbolism in Pop Culture and Beyond Typically, pineapple emblems and ornaments are appreciated...