It's the start of yet another year and as tradition, my New Year resolutions have been listed - even though it's unlikely that I'll stick to it and follow through. Come to think of it, I sometimes have no idea why I continue to bother listing New Year resolutions when by the end of every year, they still remains as resolutions for the following year.
Last year, these were my New Year resolutions and even though they were realistic enough for me to accomplish, the feeling wasn't as satisfying as I'd thought it would be. So, most of which were stated would continue to be my resolutions for this year too.
You might think that I couldn't be bothered by now, but there's something within me that is keeping me hopeful that this year might be somewhat different. Hopeful that maybe this year, I'd accomplish more than I normally would - and feel satisfied that I managed to accomplish most of the things I listed. It's a little something called having Faith.
“When you have come to the edge Of all light that you know And are about to drop off into the darkness Of the unknown, Faith is knowing One of two things will happen: There will be something solid to stand on or You will be taught to fly”Patrick Overton quotes
Anyways, before this post ends up being about something other than what it was initially for, I should probably start listing.
As the dawn of a new year looms above my head, newer things to look forward to and accomplish have been listed. So here, for the year ahead, I'd like...
- to enjoy the period of time I'd be in National Service (give and take, 3 months)
"Life is not measured by the number of breaths we take, but by the moments that take our breath away"
- to finish reading all the books that have been piled up over the months of abstinence due to the major exam - trust me, my bookshelf packed. So much that books keep toppling off the shelf.
A book is the only place in which you can examine a fragile thought without breaking it, or explore an explosive idea without fear it will go off in your face. It is one of the few havens remaining where a man's mind can get both provocation and privacy. ~Edward P. Morgan
- to rekindle the relationship I once had with my piano, a long time ago.
The discovery of song and the creation of musical instruments both owed their origin to a human impulse which lies much deeper than conscious intention: the need for rhythm in life… the need is a deep one, transcending thought, and disregarded at our peril. ~Richard Baker
- to continue living a healthy lifestyle - I've stuck to this resolution ever since I stated it as last year's resolution and it has become a way of life ever since. It doesn't happen overnight (nothing does) so take baby steps.
Live in rooms full of light
Avoid heavy food
Be moderate in the drinking of wine
Take massage, baths, exercise, and gymnastics
Fight insomnia with gentle rocking or the sound of running water
Change surroundings and take long journeys
Strictly avoid frightening ideas
Indulge in cheerful conversation and amusements
Listen to music.
~A. Cornelius Celsus
- to stick to doing my devotions and continue reading the Bible - to pick up where I left off.
I tell you the truth, if you have faith as small as a mustard seed, you can say to this mountain, "Move from here to there" and it will move. - Matthew 17:20
For now, this is all I have. In other words, if I may, let's raise our glass and just enjoy the year ahead. For all the hurdles and obstacles that may stand in our way; for all the fights we may put up to survive; and for all the laughters and memorable moments to look forward in the year ahead.
So, drink up!
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