We’re coming up on a new year. Many people watch as the years pass away, without considering any aspect of what lessons were presented in during that time.

With everything going on in the world right now, It makes me wonder. Why are we here?

Well, I’ve asked that question, many times throughout my life. Often times I’m stumped. I’m hard pressed to find the answer. We are born, we live, and we die. So, what happens to us during the long period of time while we are living?

The first thing that comes to mind, now, is slaving away for those who control everything. Outside of that, though, there must be time that we enjoy. If not we need to make a conscious effort to change that.

As I look forward to the new year, I will make more of an effort to “live” my life. I will focus more on the positive and less on the negative.

Many things have changed for me this year. My relationships, my health, and my ability to be happy, to name a few. All of these changes have presented me with challenges. But they have also allowed me the opportunity to grow, and to learn about myself, and also, who I want to be.

So, I hope you will join me as I move into the next year with joy and gratitude. In the mean time, I hope you all have a merry Christmas (or happy holidays however that looks for you).