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Honeymoon Reflections: 
Success, Balance, & Do It Anyway
 
Hi First name / there!

After a month away recharging and exploring Southeast Asia for my long-awaited honeymoon, I’m back in beautiful Key West and feeling more inspired than ever. As I ease back into island life, I’ve been reflecting on three powerful takeaways from our time away.
 
You can’t do it all alone. Building a strong support system is essential, especially when you care deeply about your clients. Huge shoutout to my amazing agent community here in Key West who had my back while I was away.
 
True success comes from balance. This trip reminded me that rest, joy, and connection aren’t distractions from success. They’re a vital part of it. A thriving life includes both meaningful work and the space to slow down and rest.
 
Do it scared anyway. I faced an unexpected fear on this trip and surfed for the first time. This Texas-born-and-raised lady was nervous—but WOW, the rush of catching that first wave was pure magic. A perfect reminder that sometimes the best experiences or your next passion is just waiting for you to take that leap. What might be waiting for you beyond your comfort zone?
 
I’m so thankful for the time with my husband, and I’m equally excited to be home and ready to support you in making your next move, whether you're buying, selling, or just exploring your options. I'm your go-to real estate resource!
 
Quick note: I did my best to keep up with messages and inquires while I was away, but with limited service at times, things may have slipped through the cracks. If you reached out and haven’t heard back from me, please don’t hesitate to reach out again—I want to make sure you’re taken care of!
 
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Second time around for this home! It was actually one of my very first sales after getting licensed, so it feels especially meaningful to come full circle and help sell it again a few years later. This one came down to strategy, timing, and trust in both me and the process. The entire deal came together in under 60 days—faster than the local market average.
 
 
 
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Grouper Season: A Taste of Paradise
 
Drum roll 🥁…grouper season is officially here, running from May 1st to December 31st! No joke, it’s basically Christmas for locals. It's a reminder of everything that makes island life so special.. and delicious! From early mornings on the water to fresh-caught dinners with friends, this time of year brings out the best of the Keys lifestyle.
 
It’s also when many visitors start dreaming about making this place their permanent home (or at least their favorite getaway). If you’re lucky enough to get your hands on a fillet, here’s a simple and delicious recipe straight from our kitchen to yours:
 
Pan-Seared Grouper Fillets
Ingredients:
  • Fresh grouper fillets
  • Salt and pepper
  • Avocado oil
  • Butter (a chunk for each fillet)
Instructions:
  1. Preheat your oven to 400°F.
  2. Add avocado oil and heat a cast iron pan over medium-high heat until it's smoking hot.
  3. Season the grouper fillets generously with salt and pepper on both sides.
  4. Place the fillets in the hot pan and sear each side for 2-3 minutes, depending on thickness.
  5. Add a chunk of butter on top of each fillet.
  6. Transfer the entire pan to the preheated oven and bake for 10 minutes. (Adjust baking time: shorten by a minute for thinner fillets, or extend by a minute for thicker ones.)
  7. Serve hot and enjoy!
 
Sending Lots of Love & Sunshine!
 
Madeleine

 
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