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What’s a book you never finished but still think about?

The second book in the Twilight series – it had a big following at the time and I was in my second year of college living in the international house. At some point while reading it I just gave up.

If you had to get a tattoo right now, what would it be and why?

I wouldn’t want a tattoo because that would mean I couldn’t go to all of the hot springs in Japan, which is something I really enjoy doing when I visit.

If you forced me, I would have no idea what to get, but it better be small and hidden.

How did you meet your significant other?

We met on eHarmony in January last year, and our first in person encounter was at Freya restaurant in Detroit. I could tell at first glance something felt different from all my other first dates, like knowing a moment would play a significant role in your life. Not what I was expecting, but I was expecting the unexpected so it doesn’t count 😏

If your future self could send you one sentence, what do you hope it would say?

You got this, home slice 😁

More practical advice would make sense, but how am I to know now what that would be?

What’s the best local dish you’ve ever eaten while traveling?

Dakkos on the island of Crete are made of familiar ingredients and yet the combination was such a revelation! Perfect treat for the beach or just a summer vibing day 🏖️

What’s a thing you wish schools actually taught?

There should be a lot more class on how to save, invest, and budget with long-term planning including retirement. Career preparedness and job shadowing should be encouraged for everyone and in many fields so we don’t graduate with just the plan of more school and no clue for career interest. Cooking as a nation is a lost skill and really should be cultivated as a mandatory class, from a young age onward. Knowledge is power to our health, career opportunities, and financial preparedness.

Do you think everything happens for a reason?

My brain says it’s just cause and effect, my heart says there’s more to it. Our responses to everything play a bigger role than just our circumstances.

I also believe in the power of prayer and faith, which I’ve experienced in many ways over the years.

What’s your home decoration style?

My home is earth tones: creamy to dark accent wood, green plants, and dark blue sofa and flower pots. My kitchen is “country cottage” vibe with prints of Irish country homes, colorful hand towels, and warm decor both international and local-artist cozy. I also enjoy nature and little rock placements.

What’s a promise you made to yourself that you’ve actually kept?

I make attempts (like challenges) for myself, not promises. Why create more pressure to perform?

One recent accomplishment has been daily Bible study in the morning before work.

If you could have dinner with any fictional character, who would it be?

Without much thought my brain goes to Kaladin from The Stormlight Archive. Not much for conversation perhaps, but maybe we could go for a flight together!