Happy Anniversary

Today is our seventh Anniversary in the USA. We landed after a major snowstorm on Jan 21, 2001 at JFK.

We brought:
- 6 suitcases
- One bag of medicine for my son
- Three backpacks as carry-on luggage
- $400 in cash
- $5,000 of debt to the consulting company that sponsored my H1-B Visa

This was the sum total of our worldly possessions when we landed at JFK to start a fresh live in the USA. No furniture, no cars, no family in the USA.

WOOHOO!! After seven years, my lovely wife and I still agree that coming to the USA was the best decision we could ever have taken. Why are we glad? Because life is good in America today. Click here for my podcast on what is good in America today.

Bottoms up - Here is my toast to a wonderful lifetime in the US of A.
(Remember to drink a soda on my behalf - because I don't drink alcohol)

Now think. What would you bring if you were to leave your home for the chance at a better future in a new country? What would you pack in your suitcases? We brought the essentials - some favorite books, our family photos, and blankets to keep us warm. Little did I know at the time that I also brought stories which I use on the platform to help my audiences thrive in changing times.

What stories are you recording that can help your audiences overcome challenges? Are you capturing your personal photos which will help your audiences in the future?

P.S. Enjoy your family times now. You won't be able to enjoy them if you ever have an ocean between you.