I hope that you’re doing well as we close out 2025. It has been an eventful year to say the least, and has reminded me of the importance of the local community and showing up for each other. I know I say it a lot, but I challenge each of you reading this to either get to know a new neighbor or check in on a neighbor you haven’t heard from in a while. Even making a quick call or sending a text message to check in can really brighten someone’s day. Please know that you can reach out to your Grandmont neighbors, particularly a Board Member, Krystal Thurmond, our Social Chair/Sunshine Club, or your Street/Block Captain if you’re experiencing a loss or hardship and seeking support. We are here for you and want you to know that we care.

One of the things that I’m proud of this year is how we have begun to connect more with our fellow neighborhood associations and partner with them for activities from cleaning up trash to family-friendly events like Rosedale Park’s Fall Fest. I’ll share more of my goals for 2026 for the association next month, but I am always committed to connection and community, and I encourage everyone to join in. Even if you only have time to give volunteer hours to one event each year, or you can only pay your dues, those contributions matter!

All my best,