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Monday, January 2, 2012

New Year, New....What, Exactly?

It's 2012. Whee.

Don't get me wrong, I have enjoyed wishing my friends a Happy New Year and receiving their greetings as well.  But I should warn you (spoiler alert!), if you're filled with optimism and joy about the new year, well....this post just may not be for you.

I have mixed feelings about the beginning of a new year. Sometimes I do get caught up in the excitement and want to go out.  Sometimes I stay up to watch the ball drop or have a champagne toast with loved ones and friends wherever I may be. In fact, I have very fond memories of several new years celebrations.

Photo from 101concepts.com

But what really affects me is the idea of a clean slate. And I'm not just talking about resolutions.