Slow down, raise the bar. I am fascinated by the relationships between education, sustainability and art. The more I think about it, the more I read about it - the link always points to slowing down in order to enjoy, to expand.

Very often genius is in simplicity. Formulas make predictions simple and the 80/20 formula for me, simplifies decisions and information in education, sustainability and art.

…I am not at a point where I am ready to make 80% of my cosmetics. 20% ? Maybe. Much more realistic. When purchasing, again, 80/20. One of the reasons I joined Ringana was I supported the concept of using plant-based products ethically sourced, produced and shipped.

My first year in Paris I was teaching IB (International Baccalaureate) Physics. It was steps away from the Eiffel Tower, and the way things worked out, I met my class 8 months before they were to write their final exams … New to Paris, new to 14 metro lines, new to dinners after 19:30, new to …

I grew up with my Mother baking. Always. The cupboards were full of meringues, the freezer with honey cakes and dough for rogaliki (crescent-shaped) pastries filled with jams. Mom didn’t visit anyone without bringing a tray of delectable delights. I am sad to say, I didn’t appreciate it at the time.

My story will begin in my final year of high school. Back then, in Onatrio this was Grade 13; I told my English teacher I would be applying for an Engineering degree. The energy in the room shifted - I was excited, she scowled. "Engineers don't do well in English".