EDITOR’S LETTER

SCAN TO VISIT US

HOW TO SCAN: OPEN, AIM & TAP

WHAT A YEAR

Somehow, we’re at the end of 2022. How did that happen? I watched the weeks and months go by. I lived present and aware in each season. And I plan months ahead, as I prep materials for the magazine well in advance of publication. Yet, I am surprised that we are packing up a year of memories, closing the box and tucking it away in the closet. Where did the time go?

Let’s look back for a moment. We started our year with an interview with Dr. Scott Gottlieb, who helped us understand the state of Covid and prepare our thoughts for how to face another pandemic—when it comes.

In March, we met with Westport’s newly elected Selectwomen to see what they bring to the positions and what they’ll do for the town. We also welcomed Gabriele’s, and stopped by The Post for a little shopping. We then toured a home designed by interior designer Shelley Morris and her daughter, Victoria (the homeowner). Transplants from New York City, like many neighbors now, they settled into historic homes and made them fresh and cozy.

By May, writer Emily Liebert snagged an interview with the talented and evercharming Jane Green, a famous and multibest-selling author. My only regret with this story—wonderfully shot by photographer Jen Goldberg—is that I could not also hear Jane’s English accent. This issue also introduced The Mill, a big residential development of an abandoned factory—Westport moving forward.

High summer was all about your Best Of picks. This is the issue where you tell us your favorite restaurants, cafes, markets, fashion boutiques, salons, spas, fitness classes and so much more. We also introduced you to YOYA, a new shop in town.

Then, at the beginning of the school year, we introduced you to amazing local teens. Despite obstacles, they find a way to make the most of opportunities in academics, athletics, the arts and more to learn about who they are and what they might do one day. Most have just graduated high school and started freshman year in college; the future is bright before them. We also shared inspiration to stay fit, from tips for running a marathon to trying Pilates. Our big feature introduced you to the brilliant artist David Marchi, who came to his profession through a life-changing accident that lead to self-discovery, authenticity and acceptance.

The year is not done. We have the holiday season to celebrate family and friends and the good things about living here. I hope when you turn the pages, you find stories that introduce you to interesting people and new places to explore—and that you have that warm feeling that our towns are the only place you could truly call home for years to come.

diane.sembrot@moffly.com