Away we go...
Here we are, the eve of a new year.
At the house of Wonder, Friend, we’re walking confidently ahead: hearts full of hope, heads full of ideas. A wink to 2010, a prayer for 2011, and we’re off.
On the one hand, I don’t get too sentimental about the changing of the year. For the practical among us, it’s just a day.
But on the other hand, I honor the tradition around the calendar change. Whatever your take on resolutions (personally, not a big fan), the new year can be a logical time to make a break for it. I honor the idea that it’s never too late to end something, or start something – whatever it is that gets you another step closer to that goal of yours.
My goals – because I know what you’re thinking: Well, speaking of goals, what are yours, Missy? – here are a few of mine.
This list is by no means comprehensive or fixed. Stuff changes. Things happen. That, and well, I didn’t really allow enough time to make the end-all, be-all list yet. For now, we’ll start with this:
:: Make better use of me time, so I am 100% present during family time.
:: Finish the first draft of my novel.
:: Complete a triathlon.
:: Finally wrap up the photo project I started in 2008.
:: Kick it up a bit here on Wonder, Friend.
Before we launch headlong into 2011, I just wanted to say thanks to all of you for making 2010 a year to remember.
And now? I’m off to celebrate this opportunity to start fresh tomorrow. I’ll be back here next week; see you then.
I wonder…
:: Are you sentimental about the start of a New Year?
:: How do you celebrate (or not)?
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A quick P.S. – If you can’t stand it when bloggers blog about blogging, stop reading. But for the rest of you, I just wanted to say I WILL be back to reading and commenting soon. I lost my groove a bit over the holidays, and while I managed to read a lot of posts, I was not great about commenting (or responding to your kind, generous and day-making comments). Don’t give up on me. I’ll see you in 2011.
Lapsed homemaker. Looking to hire a full-time housekeeper who will work for the sheer joy of a job well done and free coffee. Interested parties, DM please. 
Happy New Year Missy!
I do get a bit sentimental about a new year. With it brings such hope and possibility. I get pure excited. I am so thankful for brand new friends like you. Who would have thunk it!
Happy New Year Missy! I like the idea of the new year being a fresh slate, but believe that we should honor everyday like a fresh start. Hope you accomplish those goals for 2011!
definitely not sentimental over here. actually, i can’t remember the last time i was even awake to see the turning of the clock! this is the first year i’ve even bothered with announcing a resolution, although it’s not so much a resolution as a decision made earlier, then turned into a resolution for the sake of a blog post. 😉
Happy New Year Wonder, Friend!
It has been a joy reading your posts. Funny, insightful, just a nice place to be. Happy New Year and God bless and keep you and all of yours.
Whoa – a novel AND a triathlon?! I’m not sure which I’m more impressed by! Go YOU, Missy!
I’m impressed by your list of goals! My goal is to come up with some goals 🙂
Happy new year!
Happy New Year! I don’t really get sentimental about it, but I do feel that the new year is a great opportunity and motivator to start fresh and set more long term goals like you have. I also say the same thing about my budget each month and my housekeeping each week. Um…. 😉
My goals seem so sad in comparison!!! I can’t wait to hear about you accomplishing every one of yours!!!!
xoxo
Happy New Year to you! I get a bit sentimental at the end of a year, usually because I realize how quickly the kids are changing (not ME, of course…). I’m not much for resolutions, but I usually set some goals as well.
Yours are awesome! I resolve to spend more time visiting over here.
Happy New Years!! This year, I am all about the goals. Perhaps a good omen??
I dont really get sentimental but this year I am making changes…I feel like its my year to finally get my crap together, lol. Love your goals!
a triathlon?
impressive!!