“We will open the book. Its pages are blank. We are going to put words on them ourselves. The book is called Opportunity and its first chapter is New Year’s Day.”
Edith Lovejoy Pierce
Thank you for finding another inspirational set of words, Spidey!
You know, I often wonder what the big deal is about New Year.
It’s just marking the passing of time, yet so many of us put great store into the New Year, and what it will bring us.
But then, is not every morning a new start? A new chapter in your life? Another chance to right wrongs, or begin a new regime?
I do try to start each day with that positivity, but I know, it’s not always easy to wipe the slate of yesterday truly clean, and emerge in the morning, unscathed by the happenings of the day before. There may be deadlines at work, issues with colleagues, family, or even friends. Someone might be unwell.
On this note, I do like to think of each year as another chapter in my life book. I have plenty of chapters to look back upon, to learn from, to reminisce, and laugh at.
But this new year, it brings with it possibilities.
Who knows what will happen in the future? No one.
But, if you want to do something, it is in your hands to start the wheels of fortune turning, and make something of your dreams and ideas.
And what better time to make those plans than at the beginning of the New Year?
I don’t know it, but I have a feeling in my bones… 2020 might just be the start of something big. I have hopes and dreams, and I have had them for a while. But I decided I wouldn’t leave them as thoughts, but make them happen!
- Publish that novel! And I am already on plan for that, with a release date of 9th February, 2020! (If you want to preorder the Kindle Edition, click here, getbook.at/MarriageUnarranged , and the paperback should (cover pending) be available to order from Amazon on the same day!
- Make some real headway on book two (and even three!), whenever I get the time to sit and write.
- Do something with my children’s stories. I have 2 picture book style texts ready, and a third that is half done, but alas, I am not an illustrator! But research time… Who knows, I might end the year as a published poet, novelist and children’s writer! (DREAM BIG!)
- Do something with our house – we either need a MAJOR refurb, to give more space for the kids, and repair a whole host of issues, or look for a new forever home… the plans are there… hope this one is also achieved this year too!
- Finish my first full teaching year with my own class on a HIGH! It has been tough, the last few years, having to share a class, and split myself between two (and sometimes, three) classes. This time, I was given my own space, my own class, and with it comes a new set of responsibilities. I want to show my Headteacher, I can smash it. I’m hopeful! (even with my special Beauts!)
So, Peeps, what have you got in your 2020 plans, so far?
Have a peaceful last Sunday of the year, and decade, Peeps And enjoy your New Year celebrations! ❤
But I Smile Anyway... 
Jan 01, 2020 @ 19:30:11
All the best with your goals for 2020. ❤
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Jan 01, 2020 @ 19:34:37
Thank you Carol 🙏🏽💜
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 15:51:32
Thank you for cheer and a positive look ahead. I’ve been waking up at 3:00 AM with worry, and I don’t know why. You always make things right. Thank you, my friend. ❤️
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 15:53:46
Oh, bless you, Jennie! I wish you good sleep 🥰
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 15:56:01
Thanks, Ritu! ❤️
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 11:41:44
I missed Spidey!
And yes as you said morning is a new start,but if I can add to that…. there are so many mornings
P.S. I did read the other post(just in case you cared) and you also look beautiful,
Love ya!
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 11:43:26
Aw thanks Charly! Happy 2020!
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 11:43:51
Same goes
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 23:35:09
The only way is up for 2020!! As for house, we r same limbo…our hometown is changing and not for the best…
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 00:08:01
It is a bit scary, the things that are happening around here…
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 20:14:45
My best blog sister is a bonified author 💜💜💜💜
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 20:20:17
Thank you for ALL your suppurt, throughout, Sis ❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 20:51:52
It’s my pleasure 💜
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 19:31:37
Wonderful plans! Good luck with all of them, especially your debut book launch, such a special moment❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 20:19:53
Thank you so much Luccia!
Wishing you a wonderful 2020! ❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 19:17:24
I think that’s a great outlook!
Happy new year 💜
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 19:02:11
My spiritual outlook of “all things are perfect and work out in the end” mean that the New Year is really just a day. I look forward to each day (though sometimes that is a stretch) and know deep down that all is and will be okay. Glad you have goals in place. That is important all the time! Very Nice Post.
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:35:45
Setting goals is a positive and proactive way to approach life…as long as you don’t beat yourself up for missing some of them, as things change that cant always be anticipated…you have set great goals and I look forward to seeing your post next year at this time looking back on them!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 17:00:04
Thank you John! Wishing you a wonderful 2020 😍
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:32:15
Love these words
Food only means your passion is in need
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:59:40
Thank you!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:27:31
Lovely goals dear! May you achieve it all. I also have kids stories waiting but illustrations pose a challenge!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:59:22
Thank you Shivangi!
Here’s hoping we both get out dreams fulfilled!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 15:49:40
Great goals, Ritu. Here’s to a great 2020.
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:23:42
Cheers to that, Robbie! 🥂 Happy New Year!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 15:42:44
Wow, but honesty as a superhero Spidey’s quote could better realized ifby him. 😉
However, you book advertising is fantastic!! Congratulations, Sis! Hope you all have ongoing beautiful celebrations of the festive days. Happy New Year, and “feed the cat”. Lol Michael
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 16:23:05
Lol! Thanks Bro!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 17:54:56
Btw: You have created a wonderful cover.
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 17:58:17
I really appreciate your words, Bro 💜
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 18:01:06
💜💜💜💜
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 12:14:47
So thrilled for you Ritu. So much going on for you in 2020. I’m sure you will be a huge success at all you set your mind and heart to. Like you I have a lot happening in 2020 to. Hope to publish the second in the curse of time series and also a book of poetry and prose. Life is busy but l’ve never been happier. All the best for 2020. X
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 12:18:08
Wish you all the success Marje!
And thank you 😍
Happy New Year 😍
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 12:07:48
Yeah not long now! All the best for 2020 Ritu. X
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 12:09:46
Thank you Marje! Happy 2020!
Oh, and I emailed you 😉
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 19:18:46
Yes happy 2020. I just replied to your email Ritu been away with hubby just back home. 🙂
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Dec 30, 2019 @ 20:32:21
Thank you lovely Marje!
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Dec 31, 2019 @ 15:46:54
You’re welcome. Xxx
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 12:09:53
It is time for reflections Ritu and some are better doing this one time a year and others prefer to go for it daily.
Wish you and your family a wonderful and Happy New Year ❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 12:17:29
Happy New Year Irene, to you and Yours x
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 12:24:14
Thank you Ritu.
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 11:03:01
The change of the year provokes us more to reflect and think if changes might be necessary (already scheduled a post about that). But people like you and I don’t wait until the end of the year, right? So many things already in our pipelines which only wait to be released like your book. My plans? To continue finally working on those projects again which are really meaningful to me. I am so happy I prepared the conditions to get there again! Have a great Sunday, sis 💖
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 11:09:32
Every day is preparation day for your goals, sis! Yes, we can reiterate them at New Years, to give us focus, but we should be striving for them, the moment we decide that is where we want to be!
❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 13:33:32
Every day is New Year’s Day 💖
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 13:34:00
😍😍😍
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 13:39:18
😊😍
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 08:58:08
Great goals! You can do it. Look how much you accomplished last year. Happy New Year to you and your family. ❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 10:20:26
Thank you so much, Darlene!
I think, if you have something to strive for, you are more likely to at least be going in the right direction!
Happy New Year to you and yours too! ❤
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 07:48:45
You too Ritu. Have a wonderful time
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 10:18:30
Happy New Year! May it be filled with joy!
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Dec 29, 2019 @ 10:20:37
😊 Happy New Year to you too dear!
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