I recently ran into one of my favorite mom friends during carpool and she said to me, “We’re just barreling through the month, aren’t we?” I laughed and replied, “Indeed we are.” That statement really hit home. As I pulled away a favorite song, “Let’s Be Still” by The Head and The Heart, started playing. The lyrics hummed, “The world’s just spinning, a little too fast, if things don’t slow down soon, we might not last, so just for a moment let’s be still.”
We talk and talk about prioritizing being present, focusing on self-care and slowing down to take in every moment. But in today’s harried world it’s become much more complicated to walk that walk. This holiday season and beyond I’m making it my goal to do just that, putting down my phone during time with my loved ones. Setting my alarm a little earlier so that I’m not rushing and can actually enjoy daily activities like breakfast, drives to appointments and getting ready peacefully while listening to my favorite music. Life comes at you and there’s so much you can’t control, but with a little extra planning and focus, I’ve found time really does free-up for enjoying the moment.
In the same vein, let our cover story featuring realtor and philanthropist Sarah Martzolf inspire you to don your best duds and shine this holiday season. Our stylist Melissa Coleman curated a stunning collection of ensembles for all types of seasonal festivities. We had so much fun shooting Sarah and her precious pup, Deuce, at the gorgeous Historic Swoop-Duggins House. It’s the perfect venue for an event with beautiful backdrops everywhere you turn.
Our beloved Wellness columnist Melanie Warner Spencer has moved on to pursue other ventures in Florida and we will miss her dearly but are thrilled to have registered dietitian and lifestyle journalist Molly Kimball join our team as the new writer for the piece. Learn more about Molly’s initiatives and our plans for the column on page 50.
Inside this issue you will also find more fashion, entertaining advice, décor upgrades, and regional events and exhibitions you won’t want to miss.
So, as The Head and The Heart sings, “You can get lost in the music for hours honey, you can get lost in a room.” I hope you are all able to do the same as you celebrate and make memories during this magical season.
Andy Myer, Editor
On the Cover
Partner in the Martzolf Group and philanthropist Sarah Martzolf leans into the holidays at The Historic Swoop-Duggins House in this season’s best.
Shown here in a pink dress by Maticevski, Gucci heels and antique-inspired earrings. See more on page 22.
