For possibly the first time in my life I feel content. Today amongst much chaos in celebrating the new year I was able to reflect on the past year. Now, I am not one who does a lot reflecting and introspecting, so even though this may be common for many people this time of year it is a rarity for myself. I came to the conclusion that I am ready to make some changes in my world, some small and some large. Many of these changes will only be noticeable to me, some maybe only to a few, and others to most anyone in my life. Regardless of how big or small, they will be accomplished one deliberate moment at a time. I am going to use this blog to document the changes and maybe bring a little more reflection into my life. I am finally choosing to live my life as a story and I want it to be a tale for the ages.
(insert here your favorite quote or cliche regarding life being about the journey and not the destination)
At this point I am still working out what my specific goals will be for 2011. As of this writing I only have general categories that most resolutions and goals fall into - finances, health, travel. Over the next week or so I will be exploring ideas and specifics. If you would like to follow along with my story feel free. I can always use the support and friendship.
I leave you with a quote that I hope defines 2011 for me.
"To laugh often and much; to win the respect of intelligent people and the affection of children; to earn the appreciation of honest critics and endure the betrayal of false friends; to appreciate beauty, to find the best in others; to leave the world a little better; whether by a healthy child, a garden patch or a redeemed social condition; to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is the meaning of success."
- Ralph Waldo Emerson
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