A New Year

Happy New Year! I know, I'm a bit late. But better late than never, right? I've been meaning to post, but I simply couldn't find the stamina. Here goes...

BB and I welcomed in 2007 without much fanfare. We had dinner with Quinn on New Year's Eve and then parted ways. Quinn joined the masses to ring in the new year, and BB and I rang in the new year in the comfort (and warmth) of our home. We filled our pockets with money and opened each and every drawer, cupboard, and closet in our home to allow the bad spirits to leave, thereby allowing the new (and good) spirits to enter our home. It's a family and cultural tradition. We jumped up and down with joy, jingled the coins in our pockets, and shared a lovely kiss as the clock struck midnight. As the saying goes, you'll spend the new year with the person you're spending New Year's Eve/Day with. BB and I together for another year and I pray for many years to come. I wouldn't have it any other way.

I believe I'm off to a good start this year. My New Year's resolutions are to eat healthy, be fit, and abstain from negativity. You see, 2007 will be a momentous year for BB and I. It will be a defining and life-altering year. BB and I plan to have a civil union and to start our family this year. Thus, my New Year's resolutions are not simply self-benefiting, but are in preparation for our baby, our family, and our life together.

The great thing so far about 2007 is family. Quinn and I are on good terms. In fact, he's moving in with us so we can all save money this year; he wants to pay off his credit card debt and we want to financially prepare for our family. Furthermore, my family back home is supportive of BB and I and of our civil union and family plans. Our friends (at least the ones who know) are also supportive and thrilled about our impending plans. Finally, BB and I are very much in love and absolutely dedicated and anticipating our nuptials and the start of our own family.

Sigh. I'm happy. I'm peaceful. I'm grateful. And I owe everything I have and everything I am to our Lord.

2007...another year, another chance. Make the most of this year and of the years to come. Enjoy life and love every breathing moment. There is much to be thankful for and to live for. Simply open your eyes and your heart. Simply believe that anything's possible. Happy New Year!