Initial “New Year” thoughts

Perhaps I’m lucky that my birthday falls around the New Year, because in a sense it all comes together as a clean slate; fresh beginning. Some of my friends who were born in the summer like that their birthday and Christmas are spread out, but I enjoy having everything together. When I was younger (because I’m old now that I’m 27), I would make new years resolutions and typically it would to stop biting my nails. That was a big one. It WAS a bad habit that probably stemmed from being a worry wart. My Grandma Petterson use to tell me to stop, and I would on occassion for her of course, then relapse to old habits and hangups. Another resolution that has usually been popular is the exericse/health kick, it was equally popular this time of year for others too. Several of my friends are going to lose some “lbs” this new year and I’m totally support of that, just has to be a lifestyle change. A diet (and I can speak from experience) is usually something temporary, which often results in gaining the weight back by March. Change your diet (as in what and how much) and increase exercise…that’ll do it. Since I’m not really trying to lose any weight and recently stopped my biting my nails I was at a loss for what to challenge myself with this year.
2005 was interesting year for a lot of reasons and if life were measured in degrees I’d give mine a 180. Most of the things I wanted to see change, have changed or are at least in the process of getting there. So when it came down to figuring out what should be the next step I was surprised how very evident it became last week for me. I know where I need to increase my life in some areas and cut back in others. This year is going to be full of change for me. Change is not something I’m totally comfortable with (who is?). Some friends and family enjoy moving from city to city, job to job, and dating lots of people. I’m not wired that way. The last 6 months showed that to me loud and clear. So in anticipation of change, He has been preparing me in a lot of ways. Now, I’m not going to resolve that I’ll be completely comfortable with the change, but at least I can see 3 months, 6 months, and a year down the road what changes might occur or at least some of the inevitable changes. Ah, heck…what do I know, all that could change at a moments notice! BUT, One thing is for sure, I won’t be doing it alone. I sat down and looked at my goals that I created the beginning of October and have been reevaluating and working towards since then. I sat down again and adjusted some stuff and added new things. I’m still trying to put words to some of the stuff, and once I do I may post it. I want to wish you all the best in 2006. Remember that the day to day ’stuff’ can invade on what is really important and the world outside can sweep you up like a like pelican looking for lunch! I’m sure I’ll have more to say at some point, but remember each day is a gift and a new beginning. May 2006 bring you much happiness, Love, and may all your dreams come true!