When I was 10 years old, I launched my first publication – a charming family newspaper — "Relatively Related News." The inaugural edition was handwritten on folded sheets of green and white striped printer paper, complete with hand-drawn illustrations to captivate the readers.My dad's six siblings and my grandparents were the exclusive subscribers to this quaint newspaper. Over a few years, "Relatively Related News" chronicled the everyday lives of my aunts, uncles, cousins and grandparents. One of the highlights was my "Dear Krista" column, where I dished out practical advice on navigating life's little challenges, drawing inspiration from my own experiences.Even after my family newspaper went “out of print,” my love for writing and editing continued to grow. In high school and college, I was immersed in the world of publications once again. From crafting high school yearbook narratives capturing teenage memories to penning news stories and features about the student body in college, my word journey continued to unfold.Later, I joined a small community newspaper staff, where I spent a decade capturing the stories of our town. Whether I was covering city council meetings or shining a spotlight on interesting everyday people in our midst, each article was written with careful attention to detail. I sought out fascinating individuals whose stories would tug at the heartstrings, like the nine-year-old entrepreneur crafting jewelry to support veterans or the nostalgic 30-year reunion of a local preschool's first students.Throughout my writing and editing, my mission has remained unwavering: to capture the heart and soul of the moments and of the people at the core of each story.