06/05/2026
I showed up ready to give a talk...
And realized I was the only person in the room who didn't speak Arabic. 😅
You know those moments when things don't go exactly according to plan?
Well, this was definitely one of them.
I arrived at an adult healthcare facility excited to give a presentation, only to discover that nearly everyone in the audience spoke Arabic.
For a brief moment, I thought:
"Well... this should be interesting."
Thankfully, Heba stepped in and did something incredible.
She translated my entire presentation into Arabic in real time, helping bridge the gap and making sure the message reached everyone in the room.
And honestly?
I think it may have sounded even better in Arabic than it did in English. 😂
It's a great reminder that life doesn't always go according to plan.
Sometimes the unexpected shows up.
Sometimes you have to adapt.
And sometimes the most memorable experiences happen because things didn't go the way you expected.
A huge thank you to Heba for her kindness, grace, and amazing translation skills. You made the entire experience possible.
And to everyone who attended, thank you for reminding me that connection goes far beyond language.