Reflections of a Summer Well Spent, 2008

We’re full into autumn now at the beginning of October. As I sit on my back deck, and enjoy a glass of wine at the end of the day, dusk comes noticeably earlier and there’s a chill in the air. It was a mild October day today, but the warmth of summer has gone.

It was a monumental summer.

Two of the events that I co-chair raised close to two million dollars to support causes that are near and dear to my heart - affordable housing and the Vineyard’s first YMCA.

My daughter, Aly, is home and working by my side which thrills me to the core and highlights what I believe is at the heart of this island community - family.

Parties, events, friends, sailing and exquisite food have made the summer move quickly, easily and laden with satisfaction.

And, finally, I’ve gone out on my own. I took stock, and I made a decision. To remain small, personal and conscious. To give back to this Vineyard that I love. To feel good about what I do and how I serve my clients from the moment I wake up to the moment I fall asleep. To create a new way. And to that, I say, Cheers…and thanks for being here with me.