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On her 50th birthday, Claudette burned all her lifelong diaries and declared to the universe that she would be happier in the second 50 years of her life. Little did she know that she would be sent on a journey to discover the true meaning of life and her relationship with the world around her. As she seeks answers to her deepest questions, she grapples with her relationship to money, God, herself, and others. Along the way, she confronts her fears and learns to embrace her strengths, finding the courage to make bold choices and chart her own path towards fulfillment and self-discovery. ''As I gazed out of the small plane window, I was completely awestruck by the sheer expanse and sheer beauty of the sky. It was a never-ending blue sea, with delicate white clouds bobbing along like boats on a gentle breeze. My eyes wandered out into the endless horizon, and before I even realized it, I had been swept up into my own memories of my past travels that had taken me all around the globe to 15 different countries. From the vibrant landscapes of South America to the bustling shores of Asia, from the crystal-clear waters of the Caribbean to the historic cityscapes of Europe, and even the wild jungle of Africa, I had experienced it all. I felt blessed, overwhelmed, and so incredibly grateful to have been granted such a unique and priceless experience. A once-in-a-lifetime opportunity that I had somehow managed to achieve with almost no money to my name. In that moment, I couldn't help but feel a sense of pride and accomplishment welling up within me. I had taken a chance, gone out on a limb, and it had all been worth it. I never in my wildest dreams imagined that something like this could happen to me. This journey holds a special place in my heart because it gave me a chance to confront my deepest fears and take risks that I never thought were possible. It was a journey that truly tested my limits and pushed me beyond what I believed I was capable of. I learned