So this past Saturday, the very first arm of the Birthplace (Eagle’s soar) marked her 10 th year anniversary. It’s been a journey of growth, trust and capacity building for me. I’m saying a huge thank you to everyone who made it to the conference. I understand that most young people are beginning to find boldness in their callings and launching businesses, non-governmental organizations and others. This makes me so happy. If you fall in the above category, I have written this post to encourage you and share some of my lessons with you. I wish I knew 1. That dreams cost everything: Granted, I knew my calling/ the Birthplace would require sacrifices. I just didn’t know it will require everything . I‘ve had to empty my bank many times to see that we make impart. I’ve had to let go relationships I considered dear but unhealthy, I’ve had my fair share of sleepless nights and sometimes I needed to give up my idea of “fine girl” just to make sure I see live