When was the last time you learnt a new language from scratch? For me, it was one year ago. On the 10th of September, when I started learning Russian. As a learner who is also a foreign language teacher, I found this journey incredibly enriching, eye-opening and profound.

Once, in my stories, I described this year with one word: solid.
Solid – because of the consistent effort, safe routines and established frames that defined it.

Learning English through poetry might surprise. In all different ways. Reactions will vary. But that’s excellent. Cause emotion is what makes learning most effective. And unforgettable.

It was ten years ago. On the 30th of December 2025, I turned 26. That is truly unbelievable. I am proud to say that I remained true to myself and became the person my 16-year-old self would admire. I kept my promises, even if I got lost many times along the way.