To all of the wonderful members of our community,
During this time of Thanksgiving and the Christmas season, we want to extend our deepest gratitude for the support we have received from the people of Mattapoisett and beyond. There are few words to express the love and support we have received from so many!
From current and past customers, local friends and neighbors and complete strangers, we have received your letters, emails, texts, phone calls and your gifts. You cannot imagine the significance of each small act of kindness, the incredible contributions and everything in between. That so many individuals, associations and companies came to our side at this terrible time of need has been nothing short of a miracle.
We are now three generations who have committed our lives to this family business. More importantly, we have made a commitment to our town and all of its residents. We have always strived to do the best that we can, give back whenever possible and to be a good neighbor. After this devastating fire that seemingly took everything away, it became abruptly clear that all we had lost was some property, some stuff, those things we take for granted each day. What we had not counted on, what we had not expected but what happened was a pure outpouring of support for a neighbor. While we would never wish anything like this on anyone, to somehow express the feeling on this end, the receiving end, of all of the support that has come our way, is simply overwhelming.
During this holiday season, look to your neighbors, wherever they may be, and offer thanks. And please know that your kindness and thoughtfulness has given us the strength and courage to forge ahead. It has been just one more reminder that Mattapoisett Is Special.
Art and Alberta McLean
Dave and Jenn Kaiser
Ned and Jess Kaiser
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