The past two years have quietly been some of the hardest of my life. I lost my mother, my business, my home, my dogs… my gardens… and in so many ways, my sense of identity.
But somewhere in the middle of all that loss, something unexpected happened—people showed up.
This spring
@lillypulitzer shoot shot by the talented
@alexschon meant more to me than I can fully put into words. It’s not just about the work, and it’s not just about the moment—it’s about the people who came into my life and carried me through it. The friends who became family. The colleagues who became anchors. The ones who reminded me who I was when I couldn’t quite find it myself.
To Heather
@heathervdm , Sarah
@sandbardesignco , and everyone at Lilly—thank you for believing in me, for creating something beautiful together, and for giving me a sense of purpose again.
And to Phoebe
@phoebeschuh and Matt
@mattyshoo @psanddaughters —what you’ve given me goes far beyond friendship. You opened your home, your lives, and your hearts to me during a time when everything felt like it was falling apart. Oscar and Paloma, your joy and warmth brought a kind of peace I didn’t even know I needed. You all gave me a sense of calm, of belonging, of home.
And to everyone who has been there for me—there are honestly too many of you to name. If I tried, the list would be as long as the East Coast. Please know I carry every bit of your kindness, support, and love with me every single day.
I don’t think I’ll ever be able to fully thank you—but I will carry it with me always.
Sometimes rebuilding doesn’t look like what you expect. Sometimes it looks like new friendships, shared tables, laughter in unexpected places… and finding your way back, slowly, through the kindness of others 🤍
