We live in a culture that globally celebrates youth. This gives way to the misconception that if you haven’t made an impact by the time you’re 25-30, that your creative spirit is dead on arrival before it ever had the chance to see light. In reality, nothing could be further from the truth. Whether you’reContinue reading “Unleashing Your Creativity After 55”
5 Things I Cherish as a Newly Naturalized American
On Tuesday, August 2nd, I happily became an American. After residing in the US for fifty years as a legal permanent resident, I proudly took my Oath of Allegiance and officially became a citizen. In the days since, I have been processing what it means to be an American. The actual naturalization ceremony proved moreContinue reading “5 Things I Cherish as a Newly Naturalized American”
Becoming an American
The other morning, as I was preparing to head to work, an inner voice whispered “go check the mail.” It was my birthday and I was already running a little late. But, as I’ve leaned over the years, it’s important to listen to those whispers from within. Our souls have a way of speaking toContinue reading “Becoming an American”