As each year draws to a close, we look forward to a happier New Year. It’s December 2024 and I find myself given to introspection, reflection, and gratitude. Each year unfolds like a kaleidoscope of lessons and experiences. We lose some, we win some, and through it all we grow.
A lack of peace on our beautiful planet marked 2024. Prolonged
wars between nations and communities caused immeasurable death and destruction of
innocent lives. Only when there is peace can progress follow. Let’s hope that
peace finds a home on our planet in 2025.
We also witnessed other significant political events
that changed the global landscape. Natural disasters, tragic accidents, and unforgettable
moments of pride and honour, will remain etched in memory.
I learned lessons in 2024. Thanks to some foolish and
careless investments and decisions, I learned to be money-savvy. Old
friendships turning sour disappointed and hurt me, but I’m grateful for
kindness from unexpected sources. I gained insights into the workings of the
self-publishing industry, and personally, what I learnt and experienced has
been quite unappealing.
At the close of 2024, I am proud of even my littlest
achievements. I am a wee more tech-savvy than when the year began. I’ve done a moderate amount of writing and read
a few more books than I did in 2023. There’s always room for improvement, I
say.
The Christmas tree looks prettier and has an extra
special glow this year. My older son
from overseas is visiting after 3 years, filling our half-empty nest with love,
light, and laughter.
I hardly travelled in 2024, but a couple of short
trips made me feel extremely blessed and happy.
As we move into 2025, we carry with us lessons learned and our hopes and dreams for peace and prosperity in our lives and around
the world. Kaleidoscope 2025 will bring forth different thoughts, actions,
reactions, and words and I hope they are positive ones for all of us.
Happy New Year.
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