HAPPY NEW YEAR

by Michael Donahoe

We are at that time again when many of us have the hope of new beginnings. We make resolutions to do things that we want to accomplish during the new year.

When a new year begins, we tend to focus on making positive changes, start new things and forget the mistakes of the past.

It is never a bad time to be ready for positive changes and to make a new start in your life. The good thing is we can actually do this every day, each new morning brings a brand-new day and a fresh start.

As we start off another new year, focus on what you want to change in your life for the better. What new projects do you want to start or what would you like to accomplish in the new year.

Do not get discouraged and give up. That is the easiest thing to do and many of us do just that within a month or two into the new year. I have talked with people who had high hopes at the beginning or the year, but made a bad choice or made some kind of mistake and they get all upset and discouraged. Just remember, you are still at the threshold of a new beginning each day. Today is a new day, start again and do not give up. If you have a goal, a dream, something you want to do, keep at it. It will be worth the effort.

Also keep in mind that you do not have to stick with whatever resolution you make for the whole year, but be open and ready to make any necessary changes to accomplish your overall goal. Focus on each day as being a fresh start and a brand-new day to live and accomplish those things you have always wanted to do.

I wish each of you a very Happy New Year and pray that each new day will be a fresh start for positive changes during the new year.