I was raised in the coastal regions of Abenaki, Pennacook, and Wabanaki unceded territory also known as southern Maine and New Hampshire. My current home is on Chelamela, Kalapuya, and Siuslaw unceded land, also known as Eugene, Oregon. I identify as second generation Arab-American, with some Swedish, Welsh, and Scottish ancestry.
In addition to my love of throwing pots on the wheel, I love being at sea, in the mountains, hiking, paddle boarding, watching birds (especially raptors), writing, cooking with my daughter, enjoying meaningful connection with community, spending time with my girl friend and family, playing games with friends, and curling up with a book and my silly orange tabby.
I honestly believe that self-reflection, humility, personal accountability, and a good sense of humor are the keys to life. I practice those keys as best I can and embrace my limitations when they arise… when they arise, not if !
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