Jump In—Because Life’s Too Short to Sit on the Sidelines
When I first moved to Tennessee, I didn’t know anyone outside of my family. I had just left a fast-paced life in California, traded the coast for rolling hills, and hoped I’d find the kind of home you feel—not just live in. What I didn’t expect was how quickly this place would embrace me.
Tennis was my gateway. I joined a local clinic, met a group of amazing women, and we started taking lessons together. That one decision spiraled into team matches, lunch dates, and friendships that turned into family. But I didn’t stop there.
In my neighborhood, I said yes to everything—book club, bunco, Bible study, even knitting. (Yes, I knit. Don’t laugh until you try it. 😉) I volunteered with the local Heritage Foundation, offered my time to the Make-A-Wish Foundation, and joined causes that filled my heart and gave back to the community that was giving me so much.
I got involved with my office culture too—planning events, hosting gatherings, finding little ways to make work feel more like home. And somewhere along the way, I realized something: the more I showed up, the more I felt like I belonged.
So, if you’re new to town, or just looking for your people—my advice is simple:
Jump in. Join something. Say yes. Show up. Laugh loudly. Give freely. Connect deeply.
Your people are out there. And they’re probably looking for you too.
Here are a few ways to start finding your rhythm in a new place:
1. Say Yes to Group Activities
Whether it’s tennis, pickleball, trivia night, or a local running group—shared hobbies are the easiest way to meet new people without the pressure of small talk.
2. Join a Club in Your Neighborhood
Most communities in Williamson County have vibrant social calendars—think book clubs, bunco nights, supper clubs, garden groups, and more. Don’t overthink it. Just show up.
3. Volunteer Where Your Heart Feels Pulled
Getting involved with local organizations like the Heritage Foundation, animal rescues, or children’s charities is not only deeply fulfilling—it connects you with others who share your values.
4. Attend Local Events (Even Alone)
From music festivals to farmers markets to Main Street parades, our community loves a good gathering. Even if you go solo, I promise you’ll leave with a few new connections and maybe a favorite coffee cart.
5. Be the One to Invite
Sometimes, connection starts with you. Host a casual wine night. Invite a neighbor for a walk. Start the thing you wish existed. One invitation can spark something special.
6. Tap Into Your Kids’ Activities
If you’re a parent, showing up for school events, sports games, and parent groups is one of the most organic ways to meet others in the same season of life.
This is how you turn a new place into home.
You show up. You share yourself. You find your people. And you let the rest unfold.
If you ever need help finding the “right” neighborhood to match your lifestyle or a few local recommendations to get started, I’m just a message away.