Ep 12 - Sylvie Mini Solo Episode - how a difficult teenagehood acted as my propeller to create a life on MV

In this solo episode, Sylvie Farrington reflects on her journey from growing up in Germany to finding sanctuary on Martha’s Vineyard. She shares vivid memories of her childhood in an old brick farmhouse, shaped by her father’s trauma from WWII, and how those experiences fueled her resilience and drive to create a new life. Sylvie recounts her rebellious teenage years, time in foster care, and the transformative moment when she first arrived on the Vineyard at 18 years old.

She highlights the healing power of the island, referencing past podcast guests like Michael Blanchard and Sharisse Scott-Rowlins, whose stories of recovery and growth resonate deeply with her own. Passionate about community and transformation, Sylvie explains how the podcast was born from her love of sharing inspiring stories and uplifting others. Her focus remains on giving back to the Vineyard community and sharing its diversity and beauty through this platform.