Is everybody in? Is everybody in? Is. Every. Body. In... OK, so I've taken a lot of rides on X2 at Six Flags Magic Mountain. Maybe too many, some would say. Anyone who's taken that ride knows that those words are a part of the recorded spiel at the loading platform of that thing. So why did I bring that up? Because it's a new year and I'm wondering if everyone is aboard for the ride it will surely be. Of course, there are those who say that this is a new decade as well, but that gets into the debate as to whether 2000 was the first year of the 21st Century or 2001 was. Whatever...that was sooo ten years ago. [rolls eyes]
What is the difference between a "new year" and "another year?" The term "another year" implies that what will happen this year is just a continuation of what's been happening. The sun will rise. The sun will set. The term "new year" implies that the next 365 days will bring changes to our lives---both good and bad. "New year" also inspires us to get off our duffs and make the needed changes in our lives.
Are there things that need to change in my life? Yep. It's a matter of courage to step out of my "safety zone" and do what needs to be done, painful or otherwise. Pain makes you hurt, and it makes you grow. But in the end, I will win. A few of you know actually know me know about some of the issues that I've been dealing with. (By the way, thank you for your thoughts and prayers.) By December 31, we'll see how it all turned out.
In the meantime, between the serious issues, there will be some fun thrown in. And when that happens, you know there will be more stuff right here on my planet for you to read.
