The Vertex of Your Race

Last week I shared how I have removed “run a marathon” as a goal from my life list. Thinking about my life list and twists and turns life has taken, a door in my memory was opened. I’ve recalled other goals and reflected on how they turned out. When I went off to college as […]

When You Don’t Know Where This Path Leads

Lilias Trotter, a worker in North Africa, once said, “You can never tell to what untold glories any little humble path may lead if you follow far enough.” And as you already know, the path of getting ready to go to the field is full of humble moments. Moments of asking for support, asking for […]

Death, Taxes and Moving Abroad (in 5 not-so-easy steps)

Well, look at you! It’s finally happened: you’ve just clicked “purchase” and have your airline tickets in hand (or inbox). Maybe it was a whirlwind three months, or a trying three years. And maybe all the fear and trembling, hopes and dreams you’ve stored up in that time found its ways inching towards your index […]

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