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11 Years Cancer Free

11 years ago today, on April 15th, 2008, I received the devastating news that I had ovarian cancer. At first I didn’t realize how big of a deal it was, but once it sunk in, it was awful. The diagnosis and treatment were a nightmare, but my journey ironically started as a different nightmare 4 […]

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I said I do… to America!

Almost 10 years after my arrival to the United States, I finally gave up my loyalty to Ethiopia and was sworn in as an American citizen yesterday. For the past 10 years America has served me beyond words. I have received a wonderful high school and college education. I have received the best medical care. I have met […]

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