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  • A Hero’s Journey for a 13-Year Old

    Reflecting on my high school journey for the commencement address of the Multiple Intelligence Middle School Graduation, April 2019. Dr. Joy Canon Abaquin, Mrs. Cecil Canon, Mr. Francisco Manaois, graduates, parents, teachers and staff… Good afternoon.  Intro First, I’d like to thank you for the honour of delivering this commencement address. I was told former…

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  • It Took Me 20 Years To Do What I Really Wanted To Do With My Life

    What happens when you think about the things you are passionate about? Every time I’ve asked that of myself or of the guys I work with or students I teach, they get excited and energized but scared & overwhelmed at the same time. Because when you ask what are my passions the next automatic question…

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  • Running Transforms Us and Can Change the World

    As Runners, we understand the power of transformation. No matter our size, fitness level, or experience. We understand how small things done in great ways can create change and be empowering.

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