It is the new year. I am supposed to feel a certain hopeful inspiration about the days ahead. Although I do not necessarily feel the direct opposite of this, I am not so sure I am in the throws of love for 2011 just yet.
2011 marks a unique time in my life. I am more aware of myself than ever. What is most important about this new awareness is that I am beginning to have a proper appreciation for who I am, what I am capable of, and what I want to do. There are no guarantees that 2011 will be a banner year for great successes. If that sounds pessimistic, please extend a bit of grace as I explain exactly what I mean.
For 2011, I have what I would best describe as a reserved hopefulness. I am aware of the obstacles I face, of my abilities and strengths, and now know that success is most likely if I work at the small goals each day that close the gap between what I want and what is. I may not be guaranteed success, but I can better my odds in very real ways, and for that I am grateful for what 2011 provides: the chance to strike at the work of each day in a new year and forge something beautiful.
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