The New Year is Now!

Consider this my 2009 wrap-up and New Year’s resolution packaged in one blog. This year I decided to not wait until January 1st to initiate some changes, and so far it’s working for me. I am a resolution writer if you have ever seen one. This process often commences after I purchase a brand new notebook and pen. You see, a writer’s year doesn’t begin until a blank notebook is purchased and properly broken in. Although the opposite seems to benefit me, I see the benefit in using certain events as opportunities for reflection. Let’s face it–birthdays, holidays, and anniversaries are often the only times that many of us sit and reflect on our lives. So, while a little reflection is always a good thing, don’t sit too long. Maybe your new year, new you, or new goal should start now…right now…without hesitation. I’m talking about being courageous – the only resolution worth making.

I believe my greatest gift as a writer is transparency. I share more of myself through words than you will ever get out of me in conversation. I do this for a very good reason…in written word there is no immediate judgment. I can post whatever I choose in a blog and you are free to comment. I am also free to delete that comment. I don’t write to start a riot and although I recognize that many more people would read this if I would; I am simply not that woman. I write to encourage self love and honest reflection. I write to share personal experiences that others will benefit from. I write, because I want the best for other people. It is really that simple. Starting now, I plan to be more courageous in what I write for you. I believe that change cannot and will not happen from a place of complacency and that there is no better vehicle for change than writing. I will cover everything from politics to pop culture. No boxes. No fluff pieces. It’s a challenge that I feel will improve the both of us…I hope we’re ready!

When you think about the conclusion of 2009 and your plan for 2010 I ask you to ponder two questions–Did I boldly and courageously live a life of my choosing? Did I use that freedom of choice to help someone else along the way? No matter the answer the beauty of life is that each day presents both opportunities. We have an amazing opportunity to choose the path of our lives. I’ve found that at the end of the years I chose poorly, I had a list full of things to “change” in the new year. This year my list simply says: choose wisely without fear because everything – even our reactions to unforeseen circumstances – is a matter of choice. I hope that your end of 2009 and beginning of 2010 are filled with making choices that will make you better.

Make today count loves

CassandraDione

PS – Come back next month loves! Let’s begin 2010 with some power…I’ll share with you the 12 books I plan to tackle next year. I am seeking quality over quanity! I hope we can tackle these together I’ll also discuss revolution (or lack thereof) via the internet…I mean really…how am I supposed to believe that you’re going to be major force in the struggle when your manifesto is relayed through your Facebook status. We don’t believe you…you need more people. (c) Hova