Author Archives: April Lee

i’ve spent the first days of 2022 e-a-s-i-n-g into my annual rah-rah “new year/new me” ritual. i knew it wouldn’t happen january 1. that’s a myth i’ve told myself in years past. this time i was more honest in my outlook.

i’ve created vision boards for many years, and i typically have ideas in mind before i begin. images of what i would like to see happening in my life, the i-have-a-clear-focus technique. i then intentionally seek ways to represent those aspirations as i complete the board (with a few unexpected surprises here and there).

it’s been awhile
and much has happened
i’m currently in the states
a curious story in itself

but today i think a
welcoming-the-new-year post
is more appropriate than
merely filling in the blanks

for the 11th time in a row
i’ve chosen a word
to accompany me
throughout the next 12 months

*******

this word has been calling to me for awhile.

today
stand tall, walk proud
even if you’re not feeling capable

tomorrow
think back, acknowledge strength
remember how you fought your way through

today
push limits, applaud progress
even if you’re not feeling confident

tomorrow
reflect often, recognize grit
remember how you never gave up

today
ignore naysayers, risk jumping
even if you’re not feeling courageous

tomorrow
consider growth, appreciate movement
remember how truly magnificent you were
 
 
we are always seeking and searching and exploring, always becoming.

 
 
i don’t like the dark.

i’m not terrified of the dark. i just don’t like it.

the dark is where my afflictions grasp me even tighter. the dark is where my worries of the day turn into a convoluted bubble of discontent.