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  • Running Into The New Year

    Running Into The New Year

    Running into 2025 with purpose, passion, and perseverance, I’m embracing new challenges—including my first half marathon. This journey isn’t just about miles; it’s about pushing limits, chasing growth, and rediscovering strength. Movement is my medicine, and this year, I’m proving to myself that every step forward is toward transformation. 🏃🏻‍♂️✨

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  • Rekindling The Love of Words: My Journaling Journey

    Rekindling The Love of Words: My Journaling Journey

    This year, I rekindled my love for words through journaling—a cozy, intimate escape in a world of constant noise. From the lofi charm of LiveJournal days to mindful writing now, I’ve discovered the beauty of self-expression and growth. Here’s to filling more pages in 2025.

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  • Wicked Part I: Embracing The Magic Within 🪄

    Wicked Part I: Embracing The Magic Within 🪄

    Wicked: Part One is a powerful journey of self-acceptance, exploring the struggles of being misunderstood. Elphaba’s transformation from outcast to empowered individual highlights the importance of embracing our true selves and finding belonging, even in a world that doesn’t always understand or accept us.

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  • A Celebration of Possibility

    A Celebration of Possibility

    Every new chapter is a celebration of possibility—a chance to grow, transform, and embrace the unknown. Today, as we helped my wife’s sister and her husband move into their new home, I was reminded that all endings are also beginnings, full of hope, trust, and opportunity.

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  • Don’t Think. Just Do.

    Don’t Think. Just Do.

    Overthinking keeps you stuck; action moves you forward. Progress doesn’t require perfection—it starts with one imperfect step. Stop waiting for the perfect moment and take the leap. The magic happens when you do.

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