I am thankful for the privilege of attending decent schools with wonderful teachers who instilled in me a love for learning and curiosity about the world.

I am also grateful for my private teacher who taught me Coptic hymns, a skill that has enriched my spiritual life. I owe this opportunity to my dad, who recognized my interest and arranged for the lessons.

Thanks to my dad’s encouragement, I also took swim classes as a child, and I am grateful for overcoming my fear of water and developing a lifelong love for swimming.

My grandparents’ house holds a special place in my heart, and I am thankful for the quality time I spent there, especially for my grandmother’s delicious food that nourished me both physically and emotionally.

Lastly, I am grateful for the time I spent with my uncle as a child, who imparted valuable life lessons and taught me to appreciate the simple joys in life.