2023 was the worst year of my life, without any hesitation.

From my father's passing early in the year to multiple, sometimes debilitating health issues, and conflicts at work, it felt like nothing was spared, and obstacles relentlessly piled up until December 31, right up to the last minute.

Nevertheless, I've also learned a lot, or re-learned. Especially about how precious time is and how crucial it is to take care of oneself and loved ones. Who knows when all of this will end. I've always known, but perhaps put it aside for too long. Seeing this, priorities seem clearer to me today than ever.

During my father's passing, the only place I managed to find comfort was Nostr. You all became like a family, with many comforting messages, lots of laughter, and intense discussions. I know I haven't been around much in the past six months, but so many things were hard to face, and I needed time to refocus on myself and reflect, that I couldn't even find the strength to come chat so often.

Among the things I've realized and that seem even more apparent to me, there's what makes Nostr so special. It's why I keep coming back despite everything and why I think I'll return more and more. These fundamental values, the sense of sharing, dialogue, mutual aid, debate, the simplicity in life that we promote and try to convey. This humanity.

Despite my absence, I never stopped thinking about all of this, and I believe it even more today than almost a year ago.

I love Nostr.

Pura Vida to you all my dear friends and long live Nostr!

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