Happy New Year, Friends!
I hope you all had a beautiful start to 2022! Never did I think I would find myself ringing in the new year here in Hawaii, and how magical that was. Surprised by an unexpected layover from my cousin and niece, this year's celebrations consisted of four generations sitting under one roof, sharing stories, and watching the beautiful fireworks light up Oahu β¨ We talked about new dreams and goals that we wanted to achieve in the new year and in my cousin's case, for retirement.
It was the re-inspiring magic that I needed to remind myself that we can always dream up a new dream *cue βA Million Dreamsβ from The Greatest Showman.* It also got me excited about all the things I want to share with you here on Wanderlee π
Since we're on the topic of Dreaming New Dreams, here are a couple of internet findings I found to be inspirational when it comes to pivoting, changing, and being absolutely resilient when comes to chasing those dreams π±
Did you know that fashion designer Vera Wang had a career in figure skating βΈbefore becoming an icon in the fashion world?
Jonny Kim's journey to becoming a navy seal, doctor, AND astronaut. π©π»βπ
Three fires nearly killed this family's dream, but without it, there wouldn't be LEGO.
It's Never Too Late: Here are 25 other famous women who pivoted careers.
An actual π± doing sit-ups because letβs be real β this is pretty inspiring.
This newsletter was fueled by this tasty bacon and avocado toast from Local Joe. If you find yourself in Hawaii's Chinatown, don't forget to stop by for your morning or afternoon coffee fix.
Sending good vibes to you in the New Year β¨
Akina