A Brief Note So, when I first sat down to write this post a couple months ago part of me vehemently resisted. I thought to myself, “Don’t… Read more “On Struggle”

For the past couple years I’ve had this tradition of writing a blog post on my birthday laying out some of the most significant things I’ve learned… Read more “23 Years of Learning”

Seven Korean friends and I had the opportunity to travel to Hiroshima, Japan for a few days as part a peace exchange program called PAX. Our time was… Read more “Hiroshima”

One way I try to cultivate a sense of intentionality and reflection throughout the year is by gradually writing a blog post about the things I hear,… Read more “24 Years of Learning”

To me, one of the most piercing truths of life is that we don’t have the chance to start again. We can only learn as we walk… Read more “30 Years of Learning”

Language serves many purposes. It’s a tool for communication and connection, a means of preserving and transmitting culture, and an expression of both individual and group identity.… Read more “English Privilege is a Thing”

Sometimes we read stories with such absurd or ironic characters that we can’t help but laugh from that place within us that has no bounds. Other times… Read more “In Front of These Pear Trees”

If you were on my email chain last year you’ve possibly wondered if I died, or maybe took a technophobic vow of isolation given the minimal amount… Read more “A Brief Update (with pictures!)”