What a year!
2012 has taught me many things. Some of those things I’ve learned the hard way, others I thought I already knew, but apparently hadn’t retained. I’ve gathered friends and family a little closer this year. I’ve vowed to tell the people I love that I love them as often as possible, and then some. I have committed myself to living my life with purpose and to making that positive dent in the world that will last long beyond me. I’ve cried a lot and laughed more and realized that I will be as happy as I decide to be in any given moment. If I had to put it into just a few words I’ve embraced life…my life…life in general. What have you learned and where will it take you this year?
Thank you all for your friendship and your lessons. Sending you love and wishes for a joyful 2013.
Here’s to embracing life!
Magnolia Beginnings 
You too! Your blog has enriched my life and taught me stuff and made me rethink this and that and you are a tonic. Thank you and Happy New year!
Oh Julie, I can say the same to you. You are a beautiful soul. Happy New year my friend.
You have inspired me to let go of the bad stuff and embrace the good stuff – not sure how you did this but you did and I am grateful for your positive – much love
You have no idea how much that means to me. Love you!
You are a great example of goodwill.
Fantastic blog post and a great reminder for us to stop and really consider where it is that we want to be heading. This year has taught me, yet again, many lessons in the wisdom of being patient, only this time, the person I’m learning that I need to be the most patient with isn’t my son, it’s myself. I’ve also learned that although I love the idea of creating change in my life, I desperately dread the reality of making that change happen. Hopefully 2013 will teach me the courage I need to approach the gap between the change I’d like to see and the ability to make that change become a reality. Happy New Year to you = )
Ahh yes. It’s always hardest to be patient with ourselves. Change starts with enough small steps taken in succession. Just keep focused on the goal and keep moving. Best of luck to you. I’m sure you’ll be successful.
Thank you = )
Wonderful post, Maureen. Much wisdom here. The most important thing I’ve learned this past year is how little it takes to be happy. Stuff is, in the end, just stuff, here today and perhaps gone tomorrow, but the love of those you hold dear is priceless. I am blessed indeed to have some fabulous people in my life who stand by me through good times and bad. It doesn’t get any better than that…. Happy New Year, my friend. May 2013 bestow many blessings upon you. Hugs, Lori
Absolutely, Lori! Thank you so much. I’m so happy to have met you this year. All the best to you in 2013.
Thanks for a sweet little post, reminding me that we all need to just embrace life as you say, in all its ways. When I find others who are committed to spreading love, it warms my heart – blessings to you and here’s to a great 2013 🙂
Ha! I’m learning the older I get, the quicker I get tired! 😉
Hear, hear!!! Happy New Year! 8)