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Celebrating National Museum Day: Discovering the Treasures of Our Past
Today is National Museum Day! This is a special occasion that invites us to step back in time, explore diverse cultures, and marvel at the ingenuity of humanity throughout the ages. As an entrepreneur, new mom, and lifelong learner, I find immense value in museums not just as reservoirs of knowledge but as inspiring spaces that spark curiosity and creativity. Why Museums Matter Museums are more than just buildings filled with artifacts; they are vibrant institutions that preserve our heritage, educate our communities, and inspire future generations. They provide us with a tangible connection to the past, helping us understand the journey of human civilization and the milestones that have…
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Defying Expectations: My Unexpected Journey to a Music Composition Major
Welcome back! Today, I’ll share the intriguing story of how I ended up majoring in music composition. Given my lifelong relationship with music, you might think this was a natural choice, but it’s quite the opposite. My journey was far from predictable, and here’s how it all unfolded. Difficult Beginnings Before college, I didn’t view music as a source of enjoyment; rather, it felt like a tedious chore. Piano practice was something I tried to avoid at all costs. In fact, I have a funny story from my fifth grade. To combat my reluctance to practice, my mom would sit with me during my piano sessions. One day, she had…
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From Tantrums to Tunes: How My Music Journey Started
Throughout my life, I’ve tried my hand at different hobbies, explored various interests, and, at times, even found myself leaving endeavors unfinished. However, music is something that has been a constant presence in my life; not because I enjoy it, but because it has profoundly impacted me. Let me clarify – I won’t tell you that I fell in love with music the moment I started learning. This isn’t that kind of story. Just thinking about it makes me want to laugh. How It Started Here’s how it all began: I was an incredibly energetic and wild kid, more active than most boys my age. My mother, in an attempt…
