It's about to become 2010. Doesn't that sound amazing? 15 years ago, I graduated from high school. I remember on the eve of the new year of 1995, I could hardly imagine a time in the future where I'd use the word "twenty" in the year. It sounded impossibly distant, although it was only 5 years away at the time. Now, fifteen years later, I just say wow.
To be honest, I've never been a big celebrator of New Year's Eve. I don't really have anything against its celebration, it's just not really my thing. I don't drink, really. I don't like noise. I tend to go to bed at a reasonable hour. So, nothing about the "normal" ways to celebrate this holiday naturally appeals to me.
But I do like the idea of starting a new year. It feels full of mystery and promise....it could become or bring anything. 2010 might be the first year that I actually get into shape, have a job I truly enjoy or even meet a great guy. The flip side is that it could bring unexpected heartbreak or tragedy.
Either way, I know the Lord will be with me.
I hope this year is a winner though. But, I know that I have to own my part in its success or failure. For example, I know that I am quite a loner. I like being alone, reading, watching a movie, cruising the web, etc... My seclusion is self-imposed. I enjoy the solitary life.
Tonight, I'm hanging by myself to ring in the new year (and let's be real, I might not even stay up until midnight). I don't HAVE to be alone, I choose it. And this choice reflects most of my social decisions. I think I'm single because I want to be. I have a very small group of friends because that's what I choose. I realize it doesn't have to be this way. So, maybe this new year will be the year that I branch out.
But don't hold your breath, for I'm also a creature of habit.
Blessings on your new year.
Katy
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