I loved reading Taz’s beautiful resolution on the first day of this new year:  to write love letters to all the people who are meaningful in her life.

She inspired me to complete the letters I’ve meaning to finish for awhile now. Her mother passed away last year and through her resolution Taz reminded me that we simply don’t know how long we’ve been given with the people we love, to tell them how much they mean to us, the ways in which they are an intrinsic part of who we are and dare to be in this world.

In addition to writing love letters (and my perennial resolutions to eat better and exercise more!), I hope to:

* Connect in person and on the phone with friends and family whenever possible rather than through the Internet

* Embrace the necessity of silence and reflection and the joy that can be found therein

*  Write and live authentically, without fear of judgment or repercussion – as articulated so beautifully, here. 

Thank you for the love and support you’ve given me since I began writing here in 2005. In my darkest days, you were the light that kept me moving forward. In happier times, your encouragement and friendship helped me fulfill my dreams, including that of publishing my first book. You have truly helped me become the person I am today.

Wishing you & yours a beautiful new year! Please share your hopes for the new year too :)

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