I’ve been pondering my reality today, after spending much of the morning and afternoon meeting new friends at our neighbors’ New Year’s Day brunch. The question of what I might wish for in this new year has crossed my mind.

Truth is, I am extraordinarily blessed. Things are going incredibly well for me at the moment. I have a loving family, a good job, plenty of outlets in which to channel my civic passion, health, happiness, good friends, and boundless potential. I am right where I need to be, always.

Does this mean my life is perfect? Not at all. I still have challenges to overcome. We all do. I will do my best to learn from my challenges so that they create in me a better person.

We all have a finite amount of time on this planet. Love what you’re given.