The year 2011 was a difficult one for me, on many different levels. But it was also a year of personal growth, with moments filled with appreciation and gratitude. I'm not sure whether everything happens for a reason, but I know I can learn something from everything that happens, and take that with me.
If things move along as expected (warning: sometimes they don't), we will be wrapping up our stint in France and heading back to the U.S. six months from now. It's a beginning of another chapter! There's a lot to think about and prepare for, but when I do, I get all tingly with anticipation.
So here's to the new year, a fresh new beginning. I feel blessed to be here, looking directly forward. I will take my steps, one at a time, with my head held high.
2 comments:
I share so many of your sentiments. Thanks for this. Look at it this way...2011 was so bad, 2012 must be better (at least that is how I am looking at it). And I am a very firm believer that things happen for a reason (which causes me a problem because when things are going well, I always feel like something bad will happen to keep me "honest"). Enjoy Lyon while you can and look forward to the next chapter!
Thank you for your comments, Nancy. I have bright hopes for the new year. The only way to go is forward.
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