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Representing Me

My count down to move from Africa to Asia has began.

I seem to be noticing, appreciating and if affordable purchasing some pieces to take with me. It feels rather strange that now that I know I am moving to a different continent and country, I am drawn to everything cultural. Could it be my inner thoughts reminding me of who I am? I’ve been thinking about ways to showcase my identity when I am away, especially because I may be the only African for miles.

A few months ago, I gifted my golfer husband a model of a golfer made with recycled tin or steel. It is intricate. I decided to order a model of an artefact that represents who I am, the work I do and an interest of mine. My model is of a girl or lady reading, it is just adorable. The added bonus is the fact that it is made of something that would have ended up on our deplorable landfill.

I have done quite well and have now amassed a colorful collection of items that showcase who I am and where I’m from. It reminds me of the poem I wrote at the beginning of the last school year, when my words not artefacts exposed who I am in a very detailed way.

The more items I gather, the more I think about the arts and how it is so important, in sharing who we are.

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7 responses to “Representing Me”

  1. sallydonnelly11 Avatar
    sallydonnelly11

    I loved reading about your shopping! Your motivation to have objects to physically show in Asia comes through strongly. I like your final reflection – I used to use words. Now I want objects! Hope the move goes well!

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  2. Anita Ferreri Avatar
    Anita Ferreri

    It sounds like you are really trying to “savor” the memories of a magical place to be as you prepare to move into an unknown. May your memories be many and your relocation smooth!

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  3. dgSciGuy Avatar
    dgSciGuy

    Thanks for sharing this time with us. I love the idea of finding objects and words that represent and showcase who you really are.

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  4. cherylcurbishley Avatar
    cherylcurbishley

    Juliet, she’s adorable! I love how you are making sure you have an artifact that represents you as you begin this new adventure.

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  5. Denise Krebs Avatar
    Denise Krebs

    Juliette, you are so right. The arts do show who we are. I love that you are taking some of Africa to your new chapter in Asia. All the best to you in your move. I do love that sweet model reading a book. She’s lovely!

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  6. vivian chen Avatar
    vivian chen

    Like others have expressed, I really love the idea of buying artifacts that represent you and your culture.

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  7. Jennifer Floyd, Ed.D. Avatar
    Jennifer Floyd, Ed.D.

    Your collection is a beautiful way to connect your home in Africa to your new home in Asia. I love the lady reading a book! Best wishes for your move!

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I am an Elementary school teacher , I taught at an International IB School in Accra, Ghana. I am now teaching in Hanoi. Writing is my passion and I try to write daily, at least in my sentence a day journal, to capture all the blessings around me. I write with groups of writers, such as Teach Write and sometimes Ethical ELA. I also encourage my friends to write , so I created a platform to make that possible -Writing Run.

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