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Finding Laughs with Leona Gaither

One of the great things about living in a small community is the closeness of families raising kids and sharing experiences. For us, being in the Navy on a small base was an even more familiar community. Our friends the Gaithers had three beautiful daughters, the middle one the same age as our son, and we shared school events, community gatherings, and drinks and dinners on our deck at our home.


When we learned two years ago that Charlotte Gaither was sick with cancer, it was a moment that took our breath. Her daughters, now out of college, two of them with their own children, and her wonderful husband, Pete, were always in our thoughts. And when, last year, we learned that Charlotte had lost her valiant battle, I was despondent. She was beautiful and sweet, and gone way, way too soon.


We all deal with loss in different ways. I am a complete coward. I hate goodbyes, I hate staring reality in the face. I'm horrible in a tragic situation. I had lost my mother, and while it was so painful, she lived into her 70s. I felt so much for Charlotte's girls.


The youngest, Leona, landed in New York City after graduating from the University of Virginia. I had followed her on Instagram, and at the end of last year, I saw that she was performing at a couple of open-mic nights at comedy clubs in the city. She had always been a personable, outgoing kid, and I was so excited for her. As those engagements have grown, I reached out to see if she'd like to discuss this path and was delighted when she agreed.


I hope you enjoy our conversation, and please be sure to follow her on Instagram. Thanks to Leona for her time, and I wish her all the success in the world!


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