From my first memories as a small child through high school graduation, life was about exploring the unknown – opening doors to new adventures. I was taught that I could be anything – do anything – discover.<\/p>\n
Then it felt like I was closing doors. I picked a college – eliminated the rest. Majored in economics. Specialized in law. Took the bar exam for one state. All the while I’m thinking, ‘is this what I’ll be? is this my dream? what have I discovered?’<\/p>\n
And I’m beginning to settle into what I’ll be – husband, attorney and amateur golfer. I’m living my dream, set in beautiful Traverse City fully stocked with friends and family. And although I haven’t discovered everything in my first 30 years, I’ve discovered enough about myself, other people and other places to know that, as I sit here in my office with one door closed and one open, I’m in a good place.<\/p>\n
Happy Birthday to me! Here’s to 30 more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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