Hello @ninapenda i so muched enjoyed going through your writeup.
You are a happy person and looking at your smile, its welcoming .
Its true that the manner in which the word welcome os used matters alot.
When you say welcome, it should be dkne cheerfully and with a big smile on your face , this will make the other person to feel welcome indeed.
Welcome denotes kindness, love and appreciation.
I like the way you said welcome should be expressed very well.
Welcome to 2024.
I wish you all the best.