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n sixth grade, I came home one day to find blue shag carpet newly installed in my bedroom. Down the hall, my little sister was rolling around on her new multishade pink shag flooring. Ah, that smell. We were rich, I thought! Mom added a blue patchwork quilt (procured from a fund raising auction at the preschool where she taught), arranged a collage of fish-shaped baskets on my wall, moved a sweet little desk and chair into my room and, voila, the redecoration was complete. Those wicker fish inspired us, launching my fish collection: boxes, penPhoto by Samantha Shal dants, paper weights, tapestries and more. I was a swimmer (though not a Pisces) and had a book about Jacques Cousteau and often dreamed at a young age that I could breathe under water. I loved fish and perhaps my mom picked up on this, instilling a new tradition and teaching me to nest by starting a collection for me. She was thoughtful like that.

Our feature on page xx brings you the story of collection curator Cathy Smith-Bresciani. Her gorgeous Habersham Road home is alive with her beloved Steiff animal collection and artfully displayed vintage findings. Photographer Fredrik Brauer captured the many layers and careful design of each room.

What makes your home special? Do you have a collection? Share it on our Facebook page, where you’ll find dates and details of holiday gift fairs, shopping opportunities, giving opportunities and community news. Send me your news and I’ll be sure to get it posted across our social media. Follow us!

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EAT LIKE A LOCAL Get your sneakers on and your appetite ready -- there’s a new tour in Atlanta’s first suburb, Historic Inman Park: Food Tours Atlanta. Take a leisurely stroll around the picturesque, tree-lined streets, all while supporting Inman Park's locally owned restaurants. IP resident and tour operator Cristy Lenz will guide you through the area's storied history, architecture and culture, leaving you with nuggets of wisdom almost as tasty as the food itself. Walkers will meander through three miles of Atlanta's favorite in-town neighborhood, stopping at five locally owned restaurants to sample generous food tastings along the way. Enjoy tastes from favorites old and new, including the One Eared Stag, The Albert, Gu's Dumplings and more, all amid a backdrop of what Lenz calls "Atlanta's outdoor art gallery."

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30 YEARS YOUNG Atlanta International School (AIS) observes is 30th anniversary this year, celebrating an important milestone for the school’s community.

AIS will celebrate the Class of 2030 (known on campus as the “30/30s”) over the course 14

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of the year at a number of events and the class of 2030 will also bury a special time capsule on campus. The school was founded by a group of parents, international educators and members of the business community whose aim was to provide the Atlanta area with the kind of international education opportunities found in major cities throughout the world. The school offers STEM and STEAM endorsed and bilingual diplomas in addition to the prestigious IB diploma. Beyond the classroom, AIS students participate in award-winning performing and fine arts opportunities, competitive athletics and global experiential learning. The AIS community includes 90+ nationalities. AIS is accredited by SAIS and the Council of International Schools. AISchool.org

TEW TOO GOOD Longtime Buckhead business owner Timothy Tew of TEW Galleries will be honored at this year's Caring For Others: The Art of Nature Gala as a Humanitarian of Hope for his service to the organization, among many other accomplishments. For example, Timothy regularly allows non-profits to use his gallery for event space. Human services organization Caring For Others, Inc. is delighted to announce The Art of Nature Gala will be held again this year at the Georgia Aquarium. An evening of celebration and philanthropy, the event welcomes the many guests who support Caring For Others’ mission to eradicate poverty locally and globally. During the gala, Caring For Others will present two Humanitarian of Hope Awards to recognize a business partner and a community partner. Tew and Kwanza Hall, Atlanta City Councilmember District 2 will be honored for their commitment to public service and contributions to the community, which exemplify compassion and humanitarianism.

Additionally, Caring For Others will honor Mr. Miguel Southwell, General Manager of Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport, with the Global Humanitarian Award. Southwell will also deliver the keynote address. Caring4Others.org

MARISTS MERIT MERITS Three Marist School seniors—Charles Daniel, Theresa Denniss, and Courtney Peters—have been named semifinalists in the 61st annual National Merit Scholarship Program competition. These academically talented Marist students will have the opportunity to continue in the competition for 7,400 National Merit Scholarships worth more than $32 million. National Merit Scholarship finalists will be notified in February 2016. The National Merit Scholarship Program is an academic competition for recognition and scholarships that began in 1955. Approximately 1.5 million juniors in more than 22,000 high schools entered the 2016 Merit Scholarship Program by taking the Preliminary SAT/National Merit Scholarship Qualifying Test(PSAT/NMSQT®).

Marist is an independent, Roman Catholic, college preparatory day school enrolling approximately 1,080 boys and girls in grades 7 through 12.

SHOP FOR GOOD The 5th annual Elegant Elf Marketplace, presented by the Sandy Springs Society, returns to Lake Forest Elementary School on

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Thirty-three students from The Westminster Schools have been named semifinalists in the 2016 National Merit Scholarship Program: Sarah Benedict, Cleveland R. Chambliss, Faith E. Cho, Kensington B. Cochran, Anish Dayal, Joshua S. Doman, Clare H. Draper, Daniel R. Eisenhower, Charlotte M. Folinus, Albert G. Hill, Elizabeth Huang, Joseph A. King, Pierson L. Klein, Alex Kong, Robert Landlord, Ariana S. Mao, William F. McGahan, Grant T. Oesterling, John P. Ostrowski, James F. Pastan,

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o you ever wonder where beautiful furniture goes when it’s outlived its welcome? It’s probably at Swoox Curated Consignment in Buckhead, where gently used designer furniture comes to find a second life, and for buyers it’s a high-end treasure hunt where the merchandise changes almost daily.

“We’re the perfect platform for people who live in all these large beautiful homes who are downsizing to condos or for estate sales,” says Jenn Balcos, curator and interior designer. “And sometimes, no matter how fantastic a designer is, a piece of furniture or an accessory just doesn’t work. There are storage units around town full of merchandise that was rejected that’s just collecting dust. We’ve BEFORE been saviors to people in a lot of different scenarios.”

Swoox is very selective in what it accepts. “We get a lot of lovely furnishings including vintage, rugs from Morocco, lighting, jewelry, art. We’re lucky in that we can hand-pick what we accept. We tend to look at texture first, not a lot of color. You’ll find your month a lot of black, white and gray in here. But whatever wefirst accept, is of service or very high-end,” says Balcos.

Owner Kelly Anthony says the concept cameany from her expe-design landscape and installation rience in the interior design business. “In interior design, you always have clients downsizing, moving, redesigning, changing styles and the question is always, ‘what do I do with the old things’? We thought about a high-end store that other people can come in and reinvent the pieces in a boutique setting. It was one of those ‘aha’ moments.”

Landscape Design Group The store presents the pieces in creative ways that ignite a buyer’s imagination. “We try to re-interpret a piece and mingle old with new. We have some pieces that were in designer’s showrooms and are no longer in the line. We get furniture that has been in houses for years, but we pride ourselves in showing people how they can blend these pieces with what they have at home and be design • maintenance • installation very happy,” Anthony says.

The shop has only been open less than a year and already the entrepreneurs are thinking about expanding. “It’s been crazy. Every single day someone drops something fabulous off,” says Balcos. “There’s never a dull moment because people want beautiful things at great prices.” If a piece is accepted, the store splits the sale 50-50 although sometimes they will trade for a piece if the buyer sees something he or she wants. Usually people take pictures of their pieces and show them to either Anthony or Balcos before bringing them into the store. “It’s a new world. We see pictures of potential pieces that are emailed, or on Facebook or Instagram to us and a lot of people buy the same way,” Balcos says. “It just makes everything quicker and easier.”

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oday’s modern couple has curated the perfect home. Here in Buckhead and Brookhaven homes, you’ll find impeccable design: the chairs might be Brunschwig & Fils, the rug hand-picked from Moattar, and oh--that heavenly sideboard--it has to be a Baker original. Homes today are far from ho-hum, which is exactly why Lindsey Viscomi was stumped in 2013 when she went to decorate her first nursery. Nurseries, she felt, should complement the décor in a home. Artwork ought to be original and certainly pleasing (given she was about to spend A LOT of time in the room). Viscomi, who lives in Druid Hills notes, “People spend so much time creating a beautiful home but the nursery is often in conflict with the vibe of the rest of the home. Your nursery should be as unique as your little one.” Inspiration was born and SweetGemma.com soon followed, an online retail website that takes the guesswork out of finding stylish art for nurseries and children’s rooms.

“When I went to create my first nursery, I found there was a lot of artwork out there but I had to do quite a bit of digging to find it,” Viscomi says. “I wanted to streamline the process for parents, procuring original artwork with a modern esthetic and fresh, clean lines.” And procure, she did! Viscomi licenses art from artists all over the country and offers work from 75 artists (both canvases and prints) on her site. Artists featured on the site include Mary Campbell, Kate Moore, Colin Walsh and more. Sweet Gemma’s current line (two babies and two homes later) continues to grow steadily.

One of the site’s most popular features is a nursery inspiration board/blog that discusses food and fodder for new parents--along with, of course, décor ideas.

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Midnight Blue -by Colin Walsh Purple Ombre Watercolor Unicorn by Kate Moore

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"Sweet Gemma made it so easy for me to find artwork that complemented my son's nursery," says Victoria Davis of Buckhead. “As a mother of two young children, I didn't have the time to hunt for art; with Sweet Gemma there's such a great selection all in one place. I quickly found a print with a wonderful phrase that represented our family -- 'Let's Laugh and Be Silly' -- and it looks fabulous in my son's room."

Perusing the website I ponder a “Little Woodsman” theme-complete with cavern home tapestry, flannel throw pillows and artwork featuring woodland creatures. It’s perfect for a cabin or mountain home-one I envision is nestled in Big Canoe. While not my personal style, I admire that the décor is not run of the mill and proceed to check out additional artwork offered on the site. I’m immediately drawn to a canvas

by Mary Campbell (a graduate of The Portfolio Center in Atlanta) titled “Alive.” The colors are soothing and the artwork could easily be hung anywhere in the home (not just a nursery). It IS my style and I deduce that there’s something for everyone here. Many of the pieces could easily evolve with the changing of the child’s roomsomething customers will find an added benefit to their purchase.

On the subject of evolution, one thing Viscomi’s creation refuses to do is stay stagnant.

Like her children (Sweet Gemma is aptly named after her first child, Gemma), the business continues to grow. Future plans include rolling out wall decals (which enable parents to change the look of a room easily) along with adding more artists to their current collection. The retail site will also partner with local interior designer Laura Brown on a monthly basis by creating an inspiration board that debuts a themed room and provides ideas and products to help readers recreate the design.

Prospective parents will find SweetGemma.com a delightful destination. Finding the inspiration to design a nursery is hard enough but as Viscomi explains, “You shouldn’t have to search countless shops and websites or spend a fortune to design a room you love.”

Bleary-eyed parents of newborns will will note one further benefit when their nursery is complete; As Viscomi chimes in “When you’re in your nursery at 2 a.m., you’ll be glad you love the room!” For more information visit SweetGemma.com.

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ARTICLE SUE G. COLLINS | PHOTOGRAPHY FREDRIK BRAUER | STYLING CHRISTOPHER MCCLELLAN

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tanding guard along Buckhead’s winding, wooded and wonderful Habersham Road is Cathleen Smith Bresciani and Buddy Bresciani’s stately neoclassic home where hundreds, no thousands of collectibles are happily harbored and often honored.

Cathleen, a former model turned author, socialite and philanthropist has carefully curated her charming and extensive collections and now displays her true loves throughout their beautiful home.

“I like things that make me smile and feel good,” says Cathleen, gorgeous with perfect skin, bright eyes and a honed sense of style.

She points out a small painting in the corner of the library bursting with a dozen vignettes featuring African-American folk art, sailor’s valentines, letter openers, candy boxes, dolls and books. “That is the first piece I bought, back in 1986 when I lived in New Orleans, a sweet painting of a mother putting her dear little children to bed. It inspired me to collect the black dolls by Eleanor Todd. They are just full of personality.” Many of her pieces are signed originals and some date back to the 1880s. Each has a special place in her heart and home. “I am constantly walking through rooms, editing as I go,” says Cathleen as she floats like a fairy godmother between the formal and family rooms of the home where she and Buddy have lived for eight years.

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Vintage novelty wicker figural purses at the ready, a quirky mid-century lamp made in California found at the Antiques Factory, and a Steiff store display giraffe Cathleen snuck in, a carousel of Steiffs.

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At the heart of her collections, and perhaps the center of her life now, are the vintage toy animals and Steiff collectibles that continue to inspire her storytelling.

Cathleen’s premiere children’s book features the bespeckled protagonist puppy, Miss Sassafrass Jones and the tiny animals dressed to the nines as characters in the adorable Habersham Forest. (Her friend, B-52s front man Fred Schneider narrates the tale on an audio edition of the book.) Her second book is a collaboration with Rebekah Kaufman, a third-generation and lifelong Steiff enthusiast.

“Sassafrass Jones and her Forever Friends ABCs” launches next month in Manhattan in what will surely be a fabulous flourish.

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Sailor's valentines on the desk, candy boxes on the coffee table, a Nelson Mandela doll and his friends dating back to the turn of the century and "Blue Doctor" by Hunt Solomon above the desk.

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Miss Sassafrass and her friends are (of course) displayed in Cathleen’s home studio where she and set designer Christopher McClellan dressed, accessorized and posed the A to Z Steiff collectibles. The studio adjoins her office, also full of some of her favorite things - vintage stuffed animals, mid-century flea market finds and an extensive caboodle of novelty wicker figural purses.

Monkeys with parasols, parading elephants and bears with bowlers sit atop a mirrored mid-century credenza, ready to inspire (or carry a lipstick and comb).

Cathleen finds her gems online (1stDibs.com is a favorite), at the Interiors Market on Bennett Street, Scott Antique Market, Decades Antique and Vintage and Chamblee’s Antique Factory. “And, when I travel I find things, like kooky mid-century pieces in California and amazing finds in New York flea markets,” Cathleen shares. But, good luck catching up with her. She has been carefully collection for more than 35 years to choreograph her pieces. “Everyone here has a friend,” gesturing in Vanna-like grandeur at her animals and figurines. “And, they all make me laugh.”

While Cathy collects and publishes, her passion is really about raising funds and awareness of needs close to her heart. She was a nurse and was inspired by her late friend Tommy Lasorda Jr. to start a trust in his memory. A portion of the proceeds of her books go to Canine Companions. Canine Companions for Independence provides highly trained assistance dogs to children and adults with disabilities. Established in 1975, Canine Companions has six training centers across the country and is recognized worldwide for the excellence of its dogs, and the quality and longevity of the matches it makes between dogs and people. There is no charge for the dog, its training and ongoing follow-up services. For more information, call 1.800.572.BARK or visit CCI.org.

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6 bedrooms $6.75 million 8 bathrooms 1325 Monte Carlo Drive 9,539 sq. ft.

6 bedrooms/8 bathrooms Private 2.9-acre estate in Buckhead, surrounded by lush grounds, new sports court, batting cage, brick herringbone drive and motor court. Custom architect design by William T Baker. Open floor plan with high ceilings and mahogany doors that open to outdoor gardens, double infinity edge pool/spa and lake. Spectacular kitchen with breakfast room, fireplace and catering kitchen. Whole house generator, elevator and Crestron technology. Master suite on main has his and hers master bathsand dressing rooms, a morning kitchen, and sitting room. The terrace level is complete with theater, wine cellar and billiards. Contact Debra Johnston, Berkshire Hathaway Home Services, 404.312.1959.

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$1.2 million 1195 Brookgate Way, Historic Brookhaven 5,582 sq. ft. $1.2 5 million bedrooms 1195 Brookgate Way, Historic Brookhaven 4 bathrooms 5,582 sq. ft.

5 bedrooms/4 bathrooms Rocking chair front porch welcomes you home! Cul-de-sac location across from grassy, common area. Gracious, informal open floor plan with large rooms and 10foot ceilings on main and 9-foot ceilings upstairs. Fantastic for family living and entertaining. Walk-out flat back yard off main level is extremely private and completely fenced. Updated kitchen with a walk in pantry is completely open to the family room.

Finished basement includes rec room, bedroom, and one and a half baths. Huge storage area in basement. Fireplace and steam shower in master. Quiet street walking distance to Capital City Club. Contact Kim Boyd, Keller Williams Realty Peachtree Road, 404.520.6095.

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or many, the familiar feeling of holiday preparation may bring on a flurry of emotions. Just ask any veteran holiday host; getting your space holiday-ready can be as mutually gratifying as it is daunting. Between transport-logistics for out-of-town guests and meal planning, finding time to review the quality, comfort and accessibility of your guests’ quarters before their arrival is often one of the last things crossed off any to-do-list.

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Include a welcome card on the bedside table or guest room workspace that includes the home’s Wi-Fi network name and password, simple instructions to the TV remote as well as any scheduled dinners or activities.

Keeping things simple but comfortEnd table/ able is a theme. “ Within each depull-out desk by Noir sign genre, we’ve begun to see a Trading; pull-out sofa by trend of clients wanting less. Not American Leather; pillows by Nandina Home Collection; otnecessarily less in aesthetics, toman by Lee Industries; side people still love beautiful things, chair by CMI; pen holder by they just want less stuff.” But Global Views. don’t forget the small details, like choosing the right bedding. “Sheets are by far one of the most overlooked factors of design,” says the design team. Think high thread count and hospital corners. Also, equip guests with the basic necessities like soft bath towels, fragrant soaps, a coffee maker, a few bottles of water and plenty of toilet tissue. These are the details you don’t want to overlook when your guests arrive.”

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ure, there are minivans, crossovers and SUVs that provide ample transportation, but with some excursions, getting there should be just as fun... and luxurious and comfortable. From the hassle of finding and paying for a place to stay that suits your lifestyle, to simply missing the aesthetics a home provides, sometimes hotels just won't do. Well thanks to the adventurous traveler, lawyer and founder Wally Byam, Airstream’s luxurious trailers and travel coaches have become as traditionally American as apple pie since 1931. His dream was simple, according the Jackson Center, Ohio-based company: “To build a travel trailer that would move like a stream of air, be light enough to be towed by a car, and create first-class accommodations anywhere.”

Airstream’s compact Sport model starts at $48,383, accommodating up to four people with amenities including a roomy bathroom with a shower, LED interior lights, and a kitchen complete with stainless appliances (microwave, refrigerator, and range), all towable by a SUV. Other models depending on size and features include the Flying Cloud, International, Eddie Bauer, Classic and the lavish Land Yacht. The latter begins at $146,362, and provides

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Mollie Hansen, vice president of marketing for Airstream says, “One of the best reasons to own an Airstream travel trailer is the combination of the iconic aluminum vintage-like exterior, combined with the contemporary and modern interior. We know how to blend the best of both worlds. Airstream is no different than new homes or cars. We are keen to the demands of our tech-savvy consumers so we are continually upgrading our connectivity and AV systems. High-end customers expect us to offer the best, and that is exactly what we do.”

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Enjoy fine art and crafts, a childrens area and local food and beverage concessions including the gourmet food trucks. Local acoustic musicians will enliven the atmosphere. This event is organized by the Atlanta Foundation for Public Spaces and volunteer artists. Best of all, it’s entirely free to attend! ChastainParkArtsFestival.com

NOVEMBER 7 - 28 BROOKHAVEN FARMERS MARKET DRESDEN DRIVE ACROSS FROM FIRE STATION

A community-run market creating access to fresh, locally and sustainably grown foods to the Brookhaven community. Working to cultivate a sustainable connection between producers and consumers which will support the local economy and enhance the overall health of the local people and their environment. Saturdays through December. BrookhavenFarmersMarket.com

NOVEMBER 7 & 8 5TH ANNUAL ELEGANT ELF MARKETPLACE LAKE FOREST ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

The Sandy Springs Society brings together close to 80 carefully-selected local and regional vendors. New this year are culinary demonstrations, book signings, jazz, dance, chorus and theatrical productions. SandySpringsSociety.org.

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Chefs from Atlanta’s top restaurants, paired with the area’s best farms, will set up in a tasting format alongside fine wines and premium micro-brews, all under festive big-top tents in the beautiful gardens. Other highlights include hayrides, children's activities, an expansive silent auction, and original art by prominent local artists. ldeiAtlanta.org

NOVEMBER 13 & 14 NORTHSIDE METHODIST PRESCHOOL ANNUAL HOLIDAY GIFT SHOW NORTHSIDE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

The NMP Holiday Gift Show is one of Atlanta’s more highly anticipated holiday shows, with a rich 31 year history and a tastefully curated selection including gifts by up and coming artisans, unique jewelry and clothing, hand crafted items for the home, and local gourmet foodie treats. GiftShow.NorthsideUMC.org

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An artist market featuring the works of local and regional artists, offering affordable art during the holiday season. Fine art, decorative art including Hanukkah and Christmas gift items, ornaments, garden art, folk art, funky and functional art in all mediums. PaideiaSchool.org Admission and parking are free

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WORDS KENDRA MATHEWSON

Birds on a Wire

Parting Thoughts

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ne of my dear friends is a painter who sees the world through her amazing artist eyes. When she was the newbie in our neighborhood, her heart was sensitive to how to integrate her family into the community. Driving one day she noticed how birds perched on a telephone wire seemed to choose when to gather, and who to pause with. As she watched the birds sit, and then come and go, those birds spoke to her of how we create community, who we keep counsel with, and even the dynamic nature of the process.

She had moved in down the street, and it was my love of her work that initially drew us together. We shared a moment of connection on my front porch steps, and lingered like birds chatting on the telephone wire, before we flew off back to our hectic lives. Over the years, through working on house projects, painting together, building a club, learning new skills together, cooking meals together, playing cards as couples, we’d pause from the “flights” our lives demanded (me flying around in my minivan and she in her Mini Cooper) to sit like those birds on a wire and talk over tea. This is how we became friends.

That is community. That is how community begins and how it grows. These one-on-one connections expand and extend and become a beautiful web of interconnectedness. Through

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words, stories, shared experiences and common interests, we find inspiration to create our communities.

My friend’s keen observations became the main theme of a series that has become her signature. The beauty of her Birds on a Wire series, and her reflections on community, have inspired me to embrace and celebrate more the important place it has in our lives. We live in such an individualistic society that our personal empowerment sometimes overshadows the significance of our need for each other. Like the ingredients of an exceptional recipe, or the materials used to construct a quality home, a community is only as good as the people who comprise it. Because the people are who ignite an idea, imagine a future, share an event, take the bull by the horns, see a need and fill it, spread the word about a new business, open their home to new families, bring a meal when there’s an illness, invest in a neighbor or believe in a student, give witness to struggles and celebrate successes.

Our magazine is your “wire.” Let us pause to read the stories that have been inspired by our community, to drink in the beautiful photographs that paint the story of us. Email your editor and publisher, or better yet reach out and enjoy a cup of coffee together. Let us stop here in the pages of our publication each month and celebrate like birds on a wire, before we fly off back to our busy lives. You inspire us.

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