In the last six years, I have participated in the "12 Days of Christmas for Writers" by Julie Foster Hedlund. During days 2 and 3 of the challenge, she invites us to write on an empty piece of paper about the surprises and successes of the year, focusing on our accomplishments instead of New Year’s resolutions. Julie believes the way New Year's resolutions are traditionally made comes from a place of negativity - what DIDN'T get done or achieved in the previous year.
Due to the challenges writers have faced in recent years, this is a good opportunity to finish the year with another perspective. Here is the list of my major accomplishments during 2025👉
1. As a teacher, my biggest surprise is that I am nearing 20 years in the Public Education System, and three years in higher education as the Student Life Manager and Success Coach for the Spanish Programs.
2. It has been an honor to serve the students and be part of the graduation and convocation Mass of the first cohort of students in the AA-CST Spanish Program, this past November in DC.
3. Translated three courses for the Continuing Education program, developed two Mariology courses in English and Spanish, launched on February 11, 2025, and recorded two courses for audio learning.
4. Joined VIRTUAL events around the world through Zoom to celebrate Read Your World as a Board of Trustees. (USA), and continued to be part of Read to Me Day (Australia) as an Ambassador.
5. Published my first testimonial novel in Spanish to celebrate my birthday in October with: "Tres Décadas: La herencia que no llega." I wasn't sure whether to publish it, but here it is!
6. Finished a scholarly Women's Study manuscript and was brave enough to send seven query proposals during my Winter Vacation. I know, this work will find a Publishing House and benefit readers from this study. The time will come! 🙏While waiting for the results, I am ready to enjoy the process. As Sharon Lenin says, "each rejection is a celebration that you are one step closer to getting an acceptance. "
7. Completed "The Genesis Story: Reading Biblical Narratives" Certificate. Thank you, Hillsdale College Online Courses, for this FREE course.
My plan for the New Year is to keep writing to inspire others to be their best selves. Thank you for your support!🌷 #LuzDelMes 🌠
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