It’s hard to put into words how we process loss. In the course of operating this restaurant we have dealt with collective as well as personal losses on many levels. This past weekend we lost our longtime colleague and friend Amy Schmidt to cancer. It’s hard to think of Copine without thinking of her. She had been a part of our restaurant family for 15 years, give or take - as far back as Book Bindery. Her diagnosis was a long and reflective journey for her and I can say with certainty that she enjoyed her life. Amy continues to have an impact on our team and the guests with whom she shared her evenings. (Two of whom asked about her on Thursday while celebrating their Anniversary.)
I had a profound dream that woke me on Saturday morning; and I sensed then that she was out of pain and somewhere beautiful.
You are loved and remembered here, Amy.