This project represents my upbringing, my fears, and facing adulthood in today’s world. It has become a therapeutic outlet opening my mind, letting words flow even if it seems strange or messy. It began with the comparison of European and American culture signifying my Belgian born and bred mother, and my all-American father. It quickly turned into an analysis of opposing work cultures. Then, a combination of the COVID-19 pandemic, the idea of graduating and looking to take on more responsibility while fearing ‘what I won’t become’ molded my chaotic thoughts into a mixed-media newspaper journal where illustrations helped me express it all when words couldn’t.