Teresa Schwarz

The last issue calls for some reflection, yeah?
This issue concludes the second year of The Grotto. It has been amazing, though hectic. We went through a major design change with our cover, ditching the “big yellow box” and coming up with a photo-heavy cover with name plate, courtesy of Adam Roberts and Randy Rowles. Now the covers are less heavy and more eye-catching.

We are overhauling the Web site, which will be up in the next week or so — a.k.a. when we get it done, aiming for early May. The new site will be more traditional and focus less on the forums, though they will still be there. Last summer we printed three issues, but this summer we’ve decided to experiment with the new site and have online only summer editions. Let us know how you like the new site!

We had an overhaul of our office due to hurricane damage that they finally fixed last month. We had the usual changes in staff, though I am happy to say I still haven't had to fire anyone. I think this is an accomplishment.

We had two staffers get engaged to each other. Congrats again, Kelly and Randy!

This May, Adam Roberts, August Brown, Jen Wilson and Jamie Ousley are graduating from their various programs. Justin Thompson will be graduating after the summer. Congratulations on all your hard work!

We are now officially recognized by the Florida Magazine Association. We are going to be competing against other magazines throughout the state for various awards this summer. We will know the results of these competitions in August, but I will keep you posted. I am hoping for the best!