Thoughts on The New Year

I have to admit it, I always feel rather happy when the New Year holiday rolls around...not that the last year was bad, or even half-way bad, but just that I like the idea of a new beginning. Yes, it's really just the clock striking 12:00 midnight like it does every night of the year, and true - all those things I didn't get done in 2005 will still be waiting for me to do on January 1 (or thereafter - maybe sometime in April LOL =) - but heck, it's still "new" and I say "bring it on, baby!" For me, it's a time to recognize and let go of certain things or habits, and find strength in who I am right now. A wise person once told me "Life is an ongoing project" and I must agree with him - it's a gift and we owe it to ourselves and those we love to live it to its fullest. Unfortunate things will happen - that's part of it, but an attitude of hope and humility can be a great source of strength through the tough times. The past is gone, but it does provide us with a foundation to build on -- So, anyway, before I bore all my blogging friends in Bloggingland, let me just say I hope you and your loved ones have a happy and safe New Year's Eve tomorrow night and an OUTSTANDING 2006! -Peggi