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  • Finding Joy in a Child’s Curiosity

    This weekend, my nephew’s visit reminded me of a lesson straight out of the pages of life and maybe a bit of the Bible too. There’s something magical about the childlike spirit: it’s curious, innocent, full of love, and a little bit cheeky. As soon as my nephew arrived, I knew we were in for…

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  • The Many Sides of a Single Change

    Change is such an interesting thing. One moment shifts, and suddenly everyone connected to that moment feels something different, even though it’s the same change. I’ve been thinking about this through the lens of a simple childhood story. Imagine two siblings who have spent years growing up side by side, sharing meals, sharing toys, sharing…

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  • In the middle of a career journey

    There’s something unique about being in the middle of your career journey. My goodness, the people in the middle experience some of the most challenging and interesting moments. At this mid-level stage, I find myself on a bit of a rollercoaster. There are days when I want to throw in the towel, and other days…

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  • My Indecisions

    I’ve learned over time that I’m quite an indecisive person and while I know that’s considered a flaw or a weakness, I’m also learning how to become more decisive. Most of the time, I’ve realized that when I haven’t given myself a moment to pause and think, I lean on others to guide my choices.…

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  • Like a Man

    I have been told by far too many people that I behave like a man, drive like a man, act like a man. I still wonder what fuels these comments, because I have questioned myself more than once. Is it the easy, breezy way I talk when I am with people I am familiar with?Is…

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  • A new beginning, gently delivered

    I’m stepping into a new piece of work, and I’m deeply grateful for it. Just a few weeks ago, I was uncertain about what the next quarter might hold for me, and now here I am, finding myself on a path that feels both new and familiar in the most unexpected way. It’s almost as…

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  • Easing In Slowly

    I know it is a random weekend post, but I wanted to drop a little note. I have been away from the blog for the past two weeks, mostly because I have not had the mental capacity for anything that requires real focus. I have managed the small administrative things in my life, but the…

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  • Ainya, Mama

    Grandma, I Love You I had a conversation with one of my grandmas today, and it ushered me into a quiet realm of gratitude. The kind that makes you pause and truly appreciate the gift of having her here, alive, present, and still part of my world. I’m always excited to speak to my grandmas.To…

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  • You’re doing the best you can!

    You’re tired.You’re stretched.You’re longing for connection.You’re carrying work pressure.You’re trying to build a home.You’re trying to manage your heart.You’re trying to stay grateful. And you’re still here.Still showing up.Still trying to breathe through it. That’s not weakness — that’s resilience. Sometimes the bravest thing you can do is acknowledge that you’re tired, that you’re stretched,…

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  • A Prayer to Calm My Emotions

    Sometimes I can’t place my emotions and other times I deny, avoid or run from them. Today I got this prayer to help me. I’m on a journey of self and I pray I don’t retrogress but progress in the right direction. Amen Father, I come to You with a restless heart.My emotions feel loud,…

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