The Turner Estate shimmered with late summer light as the family prepared for something they’d never done before: a full multi-generational leadership summit.
It was Hope’s idea.
“We’ve spent years changing the world outside,” she’d said over dinner. “But it’s time we make sure we’re strengthening what’s inside, our family.”
Cassie had smiled at the suggestion. “A summit sounds so formal.”
“Because it is,” Hope replied, adjusting Grace’s napkin like a miniature blazer. “We’re not just a family anymore. We’re a living legacy.”
Damon had clinked his glass. “Then let’s give the future something to build with.”
The invitations went out to every branch of their family tree, cousins running nonprofits, in-laws leading classrooms, adopted mentees from Seed and Sprout, honorary aunties and u
