It's been an eventful year, full of growth for me in various facets. I met challenges with resilience, and tried to keep things in perspective. Overall, I feel proud of what was accomplished this year. I made the best of every situation, and look forward to building on these experiences in 2026.

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Cady Heron is a whiz in math, but she could use a tutor in improv. Let's set the scene: Cady is new in town, and unassuming circumstances lead her to a chance encounter with a boy who apparently doesn't own a calendar. But beyond this moment's place in the Cinematic One-Liner Hall of Fame, there’s a buried lesson about seizing opportunities —one that’s surprisingly relevant to improv and life. Honestly, it's impressive that our girl was even able to spit out a single word in

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I was looking through a notebook of mine and found a random journal entry from last year that will always ring true. It pertains to the sense of ownership a creator feels about their art. Here's what I wrote: I feel similar to how full-time actors feel from constantly auditioning. For me, the auditions are applications for grants, festivals, residencies, etc. Just like those who are strictly acting, you are perpetually putting yourself in a vulnerable position, asking to be v