Good morning —

It’s absolutely beautiful here in the Poconos right now. Snow-dusted trees, bright winter skies… and cold as all get out. The kind of cold that seeps into your bones and makes you crave a hot drink, a good fire, and—if you’re wired like me—good people.

We’re officially one month out from the Poconos STR Conference, and it has me thinking about gathering. Not just showing up somewhere, but why we gather in the first place.

For some folks, gatherings are about learning.
For others, they’re about connection.
For me? They’re about being with my people.

The people who work hard.
Who solve problems instead of complaining about them.
Who carry a lot on their shoulders and keep going anyway.
And who understand that famous Maggie Smith line from Downton Abbey — “What’s a weekend?” — but from a very different perspective than the aristocracy ever did.

When you run an STR, weekends, holidays, snowstorms, power outages, guest issues, regulations… they’re all just part of the job. And while it can be lonely at times, it doesn’t have to be.

That’s why I’m really looking forward to a couple of upcoming chances to get together in person:

Sunday, February 15, from 1 - 4 pm — STR Owner Meetup at Sarah Street Grill: Low pressure. No stage. No slides. Just food, drinks, conversation, and people who get it.  RSVP HERE

Thursday, March 5 — Poconos STR Conference
A full day of learning, sharing, problem-solving, and yes… connection. The kind that reminds you you’re not doing this alone.  LEARN MORE

In the middle of winter, when everything feels a little harder and a little colder, being around the right people can warm you in a way no space heater ever will. It warms your thinking, your motivation, and honestly—your soul.

I hope I get to see you in person soon. We could all use a little warmth right now.

— Rebecca