At Sunday Brunch, My Family Celebrated “High Society.” Three Weeks Later, They Learned the Truth

senators. CEOs from every major company in the region. Old money, new money, political power. Everyone who matters.”

“Everyone who matters,” my mother repeated softly, like a prayer.

“But,” Catherine continued, lifting one finger, “only members and their personally invited guests can attend.” She paused, letting the information sink in, then looked around continue reading …