It's the last day of the year. Tomorrow is the first day of the new year.
Sometimes I wish there was a day between the two that belonged to neither. A day to sit down, take stock of the past year, and plan for the new one. But doesn't that practically require the ability to stop time? Or to add time? I recently realized part of why I love cycling is the sense I feel of time being slowed. The world is awhir about me, and there I am, rolling along. It's like being a wizard... time stands still.
2013... what can I say? I've learned a lot. I've done a lot. Sometimes I'm dissatisfied, but most of the time I'm happy. I've made wonderful new friends who've filled holes in me I didn't even know I had. I've had amazing experiences, and lousy experiences that allowed me to see the greatness in others. I've seen the world fall down around myself, around others, and realized those are the very moments we see the best in people. I've learned to be thankful in all circumstances -- a lesson I'm still working on in application -- and that I can be happy where I am. Lay down roots and enjoy where you are when you are.
2014... what will it hold? Hills and valleys, with everyone I love. More compassion. More learning. More teaching. Love. Hopefully wind at my back, but not all the time, because headwinds are the resistance that leave me hewn and strong. A gardenfull. Hugs, kisses, bananas, words, water, sweat, tears, smiles.
I wish each of you a 2014 full of the best of everything. Seek it.
