My Family Told Me Not to Show Up to the Baby Shower—So I Sent a Helicopter Instead

The message arrived on a Tuesday morning while I reviewed acquisition contracts aboard my yacht off Monaco’s coast. My mother’s words were clinical, almost surgical in their efficiency.

“Claire, I think it’s best if you don’t come to Amber’s baby shower this weekend. We don’t want any drama and honestly your presence would just make everyone uncomfortable.continue reading …