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Sparkly New!

I find it kind of funny how much a new year feels like a do over.

It is as if we get this single day each year to wipe the slate clean and try again.

It doesn't matter if you agree or not the world around you is full of people making resolutions.

It is kind of awesome.

I love how I have this day to reflect on my life, what is working, and what is not working and resolve to make it better. I also love the feeling of optimism. I have heard several people say that this year is going to be "the year". "The year" for what I'm not quite sure but they all seem pretty excited.

I know the last few years have been full of a lot of ups and downs for us. I'm not sure that this year is going to be "the year," but I'm positive that this year will bring us a few giggles, successes, disappointments, tears, excitement, and blessings.

I just have to say, that no matter what this year has waiting for me I am thankful for the brand new, shiny, do over.

happy new year
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Happy 2012 everyone!

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