From my first Kiss concert to the song that reminds me of my wife in high school, music has kept different versions of me company. Rock, salsa, guitar mastery, a few strong opinions, and room for the next discovery.
Amy holding our son Markus shortly before he finally came home. A photograph of peace after uncertainty, and a memory of getting through our first major obstacle together as a family.
The songs that lift my mood, the ones that keep me going, and a K-pop anthem my son helped me discover.
I became a teacher by accident and discovered that the students weren’t the only ones learning. A reflection on finding my footing in the classroom, being a fair guide, and having the humility to keep learning myself.
From my MacBook and iPhone to the apps that organize my life, these are the tools that earn their place in my day. A look at useful technology, subscriptions I’ve left behind, and working with AI while keeping the decisions my own.
What began as a graduation portfolio is becoming a place to present myself on my own terms. A story about rediscovering old energy, making room for good conversations, and leaving a little of myself for the next generations of Jordans.