March 5th marked two years since my sister passed away—the second-to-last loss in a long line of far-too-young Baker goodbyes. I realize I talk about death a lot in these personal notes. But death has always been present in my life, and what I share with you is… my life. The stories, the memories, the winding roads that led me to opening this center. Our experiences shape us—our paths (crossroads included), our mindsets, the way we see the world. And when you really think about it, this time...

The Evolution of Christmas I can safely say that Christmas is not my favorite holiday—but it has always been a milestone in this life. Not to be a Grinch; I’d just rather reflect on the season itself than feel the never-ending pressure to find the perfect gift, the perfect outfit, the perfect ham. Ugh—so much pressure! Every year, you know the players: the good, the bad, and everything in between. They shift and evolve, just like life does. Some years feel steady and familiar; others surprise...

To be honest, I’ve spent much of my life stumbling forward with no real vision—just a whole lot of passion. When I first moved to Pennsylvania, someone asked me (in what has since become a legendary family inside joke), “So Jenn… what’s your plan?” A plan? At that point in my life, I was just trying to survive. I could barely even say the word plan. Over the years—after many unplanned twists and turns—I eventually learned to plan. Quietly. Constantly. A never-ending waterfall of risk...