Like many people, I find the beginning of a new year to be a time to reset and look forward.
Last year, looking forward was a struggle. 2022 had been one of the hardest years of my life personally for multiple reasons and situations. At the new year going into 2023, I was still so in the weeds, it was hard to see my next step let alone the path into the future.
The good news is we’re in a better place now. Some of those situations still need attention and care, but we have found the right paths that actually help. For that and some very good news that also came in 2023, I am going into 2024 with a lighter heart, direction, and hope.
The pastor at our church does something each new year that I really love. Rather than making resolutions, he picks a word that he makes the theme of the upcoming year. I decided to give that a try.
My word for 2024 is WONDER.
I like to think that wonder means seeing the every day through eyes that look for the joy, making the most of the time I have with the people who mean everything to me, and enjoying the writing I love so much. To see the adventure, even in the small things, and enjoy it all with a grateful heart. I think going through each day like that would make for a good year, no matter the lows…or highs. Also, I have many things to look forward to this year. So wonder feels like a good theme.
I’m excited for 2024 and hope you are too!
Happy New Year!
2022 was the worst year of my life. I have a hard time seeing a new year as something exciting. But I’m so glad that you were able to move past some of the pain that you felt going into 2023. You’re too sweet and lighthearted a person to suffer. And I hate thinking that you did. If wonder works for you, go for it! You certainly deserve it.
Happy New Year!
Judi