It was alignment in real time. I had the opportunity to be part of the New Britain Local Author Event—front and center, in conversation, in connection, in presence. Shared space with powerful authors including Avi Ornstein and internationally recognized author E.S. McMillan. Real conversations. Real energy. Real perspective. Moments like this reinforce something I stand on: Clarity creates connection.Presence creates opportunity. From signing copies of LAWRENCE: Visions of Se