Editor's Note - September 2021

Joni Hoffman

Recently, this quote by producer and film-studio executive David Geffen caught my attention: “I have no talent except for being able to enjoy and recognize it in others.” It resonated with me because it describes, in a way, my role at The Buzz. I’ve surrounded myself with exceptionally talented journalists. I am in awe of their writing skills and dedication to their craft. Though our writers sometimes make me panic a bit at deadline, they always over-deliver. It was true, as usual, this month. Two of our writers wrote and then completely rewrote their stories before turning them in to be edited because they weren’t satisfied. Buzz writers truly care about their work and our readers. This month, they created tributes to some very cool grandparents, a young adult who lived large before he passed away, a neighbor who saved another neighbor’s life, and a Vietnamese family with an unforgettable tale of war, freedom, and success. As always, we appreciate our residents’ trust in The Buzz to share their stories. [email protected]