Medium 2023 Christmas Challenge: Your Holiday, Your Story!

It’s going to be exciting, isn't it?

Christmas, with its enchanting beauty, is a time for family reunions, a day that holds the potential to be the best of the year.

But life is not always picture-perfect; disagreements can arise between families, and plans can occasionally take an unexpected turn.

This year marked a departure from the norm for me, as it was my first Christmas away from my family. Adding to the mix, I find myself navigating the season single after a heartbreak a few months ago.

Despite the challenges, the holiday turned out to be surprisingly good. I attended a holiday dinner with relatives in another country, which was an unusual but rewarding experience.

I don’t usually do challenges, and it’s been a while since I launched one. But in this special time, as we’ve grown closer on Medium, I’m excited to launch the 2023 Christmas Challenge:

Share your Christmas experience this year—whether it’s sad, beautiful, or the best.

Tell us what made it special or challenging.

Share your family reunion moments and your thoughts on this Christmas.

There are no rules—title it as you wish, and don’t bother counting words. If you’re up for it, tag the challenge, and feel free to add more folks of your own.

Let’s grab stories from everywhere—different cultures, all around the world, and different stories and views.

And here’s the deal: you can share your story without tagging, and that’s totally cool. I’m on a medium adventure this week, checking out everything, so I’ll find it. We’re aiming to hear different stories, so don’t hold back!

I’ll kick things off by reaching out to folks I believe have some experiences or stories to share. If you want to join in and don’t see your name here, feel free to comment or jump directly into the challenge.

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