[usr] I recently had a project of mine recognized in a national publication! [sys] Wow!  That must feel great!  You should be proud of this accomplishment.  People can go their whole lives without ever being published! [usr] It felt amazing to be recognized for my work, and in a publication I respect to boot! [qst] [None] [bhv] I'm in a positive mood, please congratulate me and praise me.
Congratulations!  I wish I could be published.
A project of mine was mentioned in a national news story. I wasn't expecting it, and it made me feel really good to see my work referenced in a publication I respect so much.