Robin Patton

Valentine’s Day: It’s not for the faint of heart

Valentine’s Day: It’s not for the faint of heart

For a holiday that has very little (if anything) to do with religion, politics or history, Valentine’s Day sure does divide people. On one hand, you’ve got the lovers who can’t wait to celebrate (translation: brag about) their soulmate/best friend/life partner (mostly by blabbing all about it on social media) and the hopelessly romantic singles […]

Root Ball a celebration of trees on Derby Day

Root Ball a celebration of trees on Derby Day

With graceful Live Oak trees surrounding its new event venue at Bowing Oaks Plantation, the 2019 Root Ball simply exuded Southern charm. Cheryl and Jim Efstathion’s plantation was the perfect locale to celebrate trees, said Event Co-Chair Robin Patton. Bowties and bodacious bonnets adorned the more than 250 guests who gathered to take part in […]