And if you're still curious about the sneaker collection—here’s my current top three 😎

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A Bit About Me.

Now, I tell you about how I’ve seen every episode of The Simpsons, or my ever-growing sneaker collection—but I’d rather share a story.

I’m 12 years old. I had been standing in line for hours at Disney World when the ride had a temporary shutdown. Groans fill the room, but not from me.

I pulled out my pen.

My eyes darted around the space, furiously scribbling in my journal. About the fake snow on the rooftops, the maypole centerpiece, even the Norwegian folk song playing in the background (thank you, Shazam). Each detail, small on its own, worked harmoniously to transport people to a fictional world that felt so real.

That moment stuck with me. From a young age, I saw how the power of a well-crafted, cohesive story connects people who have never met. As an adult, I now see how that connection holds the power to bridge gaps, whether between cultures, ideas, and even generations. And if it’s a truly great story… people might even remember it a decade later.