reflections

I spent many moments throughout 2020 wondering how it will be written in future history books. The chapter labeled "Sara's 2020 experience" would highlight themes of gratitude and grief.…

I am leaving New York City for the foreseeable future. I can’t wait to see what I rediscover about myself as I fly through the beginning of my journey with the spirit of my…

I have published a New Year’s post every year since I started blogging in 2010. I always focus these annual posts not on resolutions, but on the memories I am thankful for in each…

It’s been eight months since I last wrote a blog post. Where did I go? I am still processing this. But, I’ve seen lots of ladybugs around lately. And, I think they’re telling me…

At the start of every new year, I publish a post highlighting key events of my 365 days past. I’ve never been big on New Year’s resolutions, but instead prefer to wrap up each…

New Years Day, to me, means reflecting on the good, bad, ugly and beautiful parts of a year.…

Carrying on the head has also been referred to as “carrying burdens.” I find this term particularly ironic considering the daily physical and emotional burdens carried by so many in the developing world. We…

Words carry new meaning for me in Rwanda. This post is a compilation of words that symbolize and encompass my life in this small African nation.…

Now, only one week away from 28, there is no denying it. I have officially entered my late twenties. Life is still undetermined for me here, but I’m riding out my journey with a…

I love my life. I'm working toward great opportunities and have much to be thankful for. In the meantime, I find the age of 27 to be a hurricane of change and emotions. And,…