This is a nice tribute to Marti Schimmel and the love that Athens, GA shared for her. Author Jill Hartmann is a writer and editor in Athens and addresses one of the most difficult challenges a person may face in life – mental illness. Like so many, Marti succumbed to suicide at a young age and her story should never be forgotten. Jill can be found at https://jillhartmanneditor.com/. Please, visit her website, like, and share on her blog.

Marti Schimmel was a beautiful soul. The first time I met her was shortly after I had written her an email to tell her how much I love her cafe and …
A Light Extinguished in Athens, Georgia