Happy New Year!

I rarely write up posts that don't focus on my 101 list but in the spirit of New Year's Resolutions I felt an exception could be made.

As I sit and create worksheets and prepare for tomorrow's inevitable return to reality, there's no getting around that 2012 is about to be in full swing.

The last few days I've been surrounded by wishes for the New Year, reflections on the past, and hopes and resolutions for better things to come.  Normally this is totally my type of thing.  Some may call it superstitious, some may call it corny, but I've always welcomed the official calendar date as an opportunity to aim for something new.  I've always come off of the Holidays feeling refreshed and inspired, ready to be a better version of myself and make great things happen.

However this year I missed the boat.  I didn't make a mental end to 2011 as I usually do and I didn't spell out clear ideas for 2012.

I feel a little guilty, a little unprepared, and quite frankly a little confused.  I have so many things I want to do and be better at... I'm overwhelmed at my shortcomings.  I don't have brand new plans for my work or personal life or a new spark to fight my daily battles.  I'm sure that this first week of the New Year will be just as challenging as the last week of the Last Year.

Then I read one of my favorite blogs over at Candy Sandwich and she shared a post that resonated with my exact sentiments.  It was a great piece that gave me perspective and inspiration.  Her writing seems to always do that for me.

"I haven't resolved anything yet except for maybe to keep calm and carry on." -Candy Sandwich

I totally agree.  In a way, this is something new for me.  To just continue on with everything that I set out to do 3 months ago, 6 months ago, 635 days ago, 5 years ago, 10 years ago.  All those hopes and dreams have not gone anywhere and even though I run myself ragged pursuing them, I think there are worse things to chase after.

At some point when my mind has had space to declutter and clarify, I'm sure a few resolutions will take form.  Heck, I think I still have 90 or so goals to tackle so I think that will suffice.  No need to keep adding onto the pile, although if you know me you know that I inevitably will.

Good luck to everyone who has already returned or returns to reality tomorrow and here's hoping that we all resolve to make it a good day :)