felicem nativitatem et annum novum faustum felicem!


"felicem nativitatem et annum novum faustum felicem tibi exopto!"

("I wish you a happy Christmas and a happy prosperous new year!")

I will keep this email short, as today is the first day of Christmas celebrations in Catalonia, where I am visiting family and friends: I just wanted to send a quick email to let you know how much your support means to me: working from an office on my own could be a lonely job, but having dedicated and happy students, and an engaged community makes it truly special. Thank you.

Have a very happy break, however you are celebrating, and may 2025 be a prosperous and happy new year for you all.

I will see you on the other side, and I cannot wait to share new learning adventures with you in 2025.

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