January 22nd, 2010 | by Lydia Parks |
I can’t believe 2010 is here. I’m sure I’m not the only one still adjusting. And I feel like this is truly a new year – a chance to start new things. I’ve just finished an erotic novella, which I enjoyed writing, and I have more outlined, but I’m also working on something entirely different and having a blast. There’s nothing like hearing voices in your head and having the opportunity to write them down. What’s even better is when those voices tell you a story you’re anxious to get back to each day. I love that! I can’t wait to find out what happens next.
This is also a year for me to do other things. I’m lining up speaking engagements and book signings because I love that stuff! Many writers are introverts, as are many engineers. For some reason, I’m not, in spite of being both.
I don’t do resolutions at the start of the year, but I’ve made a few non-new year resolutions. I do the best I can to improve/maintain our environment, and I’ve started an exercise routine (important when you spend all day in front of a computer!). I have a few things planned that I’m not ready to talk about yet. But my message here is that life is wonderful, and that you don’t have to wait until the end of this year to start something new. A lot of people out there can use your help.
Tell me, what do you plan to do differently in the near future? What will make you happier?
I plan to not yell at my kids as much. I plan on enjoying my family more. This is big since in the last month and a half my mom has gone from being healthy and fine to being in the hospital with stage 4 cancer and a stroke that when my 9 year old found her on the floor he yelled for me and she has been in the hospital ever since.
I will be happier when I learn to let go of the little stuff and just enjoy each day as it comes to me. I will be happier as I read more books.
I hope your year goes well.
by Gina · January 25th, 2010 at 11:25 pmGina, I wish you luck with your plans concerning your kids and family, and I’m very sorry to hear about your mom. It seems like things change in the blink of an eye – definitely makes us appreciate it when everything is going well, doesn’t it?
by Lydia Parks · January 26th, 2010 at 12:09 amLydia, you’re right, life is wonderful. My NY’s resolution this year is to just be more understanding and compassionate to others, and especially to those who have helped make my own life wonderful.
Gina, wishing your Mom strength and good news this year.
by Anya Howard · January 30th, 2010 at 8:34 pmGood resolution, Anya!
by Lydia Parks · January 30th, 2010 at 9:47 pm