BRATTLEBORO — I was shocked but mostly saddened today as my eyes glanced at the front page to see a photo of Pat Smith, now formerly of the Brattleboro Reformer.
I have known Pat for nearly a decade, but mostly in her professional life as a staff member. She has been my Reformer “right arm” and always my “go to” person for as long as I can remember: fielding questions, pointing me in the right direction when I couldn't navigate the newspaper's website, and passing along my frequent Letter Box commentary to those who get them into print.
So for now, I will miss her prompt responses to my inquiries and willingness to help at any turn. I will wish her only the best as she is moved along to enter the next phase of her journey of life.
Pat, you were a mainstay at the Reformer, and I for one will miss you. I wish you blue skies and sunny days ahead - maybe even time to put your feet up with a good book or to just enjoy sleeping in each morning. Who knows? But rest assured: you were always one reliable person whom I could count on at the Brattleboro Reformer.
I wish you all the best.