40

Dear Friends & Family.

This week I turn 40.

Marking the ticking of the clock has never been that important to me. I have traditionally marked it by “Dinging” or leveling up to the next age.

But there is no denying that 40 is a real milestone. The middle of the road (hopefully) and a time for reflection.

I am thankful for the continued health of my mother Khalida Maiwand-Azimi, my father Ali Azimi. My sister Sara, her son River.

I am thankful for an amazing career opportunity provided to me by my friend and colleague Cliff W. Gilmore. I am thankful for the friends that I have, for my allies and peers.

I am thankful for the work that I have been allowed to do in film and documentary and podcasting. And I look forward to the road ahead.

I am thankful for Marie and her family.

And if I may put forward one wish this year, it is that my friends and family think to donate to Marie’s younger sister Rodly Ricafort and her battle against breast cancer. You can find the GoFundMe link here:

https://www.gofundme.com/f/help-rodly-ricafort-fight-breast-cancer