July 19, 2018.

That was the day that I published my very first blog. Eight years later, here I am still writing every single week. When I think about it, it really has been a slow and steady journey.

I have never been the hare.  I have been more like the tortoise, taking my time, not rushing, not trying to go too fast, just continuing to move forward one blog at a time. Week after week. Year after year.

Sometimes I go back and read some of the blogs that I have written over the years and imposter syndrome quietly creeps in. I will sit there and say to myself, “Did I write that?”  It is such a strange feeling sometimes reading your own thoughts from years ago. Some of the blogs feel like conversations with an older version of myself. Some make me smile. Some make me emotional. Some remind me of moments that I had completely forgotten about.

What I do know for sure is that I am very glad that I started this blog.  Writing has helped me in more ways than I could ever explain. There is something about putting everything down “on paper” that helps to clear the mind. It allows me to let go of whatever is sitting heavily in my thoughts. It has been cathartic for me.  There were weeks when I did not feel like writing but I still did. There were weeks when the words came easily and other weeks when I stared at a blank screen wondering what exactly I was going to say. Somehow, the blogs still came together.

Some blogs became very popular while others quietly existed in the background. Honestly though, that part has never mattered much to me. For me, it has always been about the writing itself. It has been about keeping my mind busy, expressing myself, reflecting, processing and simply showing up consistently.

Looking back now, starting this blog was one of the best decisions that I ever made.

It taught me discipline.

It taught me vulnerability.

It taught me that small, consistent steps over time really do add up to something meaningful.

Slow and steady.

I also want to say thank you to the people who have been here with me throughout this journey. To those who read every single week, thank you. I appreciate it more than you probably realize.  I would absolutely love for more people to comment as well. Believe it or not, I get so many ideas from the comments. Sometimes one small comment can spark an entirely new blog topic and keep the ball rolling for another week.

So here’s to more years of writing weekly.

More reflection.

More growth.

More honesty.

More slow and steady moments.

Because sometimes the slow journey ends up becoming the most meaningful one of all.

I’m thrilled to announce that I’ve published my first book! I’ve carefully curated a collection of my blog posts and some unpublished work, weaving them together to create a cohesive representation of my writing style and personality. I’d love for you to join me on this journey and purchase a copy of my book. It’s available in digital format, with physical to follow.

Thank you for being a part of this incredible journey with me. While I may not have a clear destination in mind, I firmly believe that the journey itself is the most important aspect of this endeavor. 

See you soon! Join me again next Wednesday at 8:00 p.m. (Bogotá time) for another reflection. Before you go, I’d genuinely love to hear your thoughts. Please leave a comment below. Every perspective is valuable, and your insights often help me see things in a completely different way. If you’re not comfortable commenting publicly, feel free to reach out to me through any medium. I’d love to hear from you.

Your feedback not only encourages me, but it may also inspire a future blog and help someone else who reads it. You never know how your words might make a difference.

Remember, life is meant to be lived, so always strive to live your best life.

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