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Brand New Year…

January 3, 2014 By Talya Tate Boerner 20 Comments

The only new year's resolutions needed…
aophotos morgueFile

Roll away the dark clouds and 
Enjoy the 
Sunlight, the feel 
Of a brand new year.
Listen. Really listen and hear.  
Understand we are all different. Make
Time for special. Create. Push
Into the unknown, past
Obstacles that constrict and confine. Say
No. 
Say yes. Whichever is more
Freeing. Focus 
On the road ahead while
Remembering where the path began.
Reach deep, write fervently,
Expose life’s layers.
Always be considerate. 
Love the unloveable. Release the negative.
Laugh. Read something different. Re-read an old favorite.
Indulge. Cook with passion. Have
Faith. Smile. Walk in the rain.
Exist in the now.

What will you do with this brand new year?

talya


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Musical Pairing:

Van Morrison, Brand New Day


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Comments

  1. myriadrainbowhues says

    January 3, 2014 at 10:42 pm

    That does looks like a resolution for real life. And what a way to present ti.

    This year, my word is ‘Relationships’ -personal, profession and the inner circle.

    Happy New Year!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 4, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Thank you! Relationships is a great word for the year:)

      Reply
  2. Nabanita says

    January 3, 2014 at 10:54 pm

    What a great way to orchestrate your resolutions! I want to smile a lot this year and get rid of every bitterness in my heart 🙂

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 4, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Thank you. Sounds like you have a good plan!

      Reply
  3. Corinne Rodrigues says

    January 4, 2014 at 5:24 am

    Oh I love this, Talya. I’m printing it out and putting it up on the softboard over my workstation!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 4, 2014 at 6:27 am

      Thank you Corinne!

      Reply
  4. Kathy Combs says

    January 4, 2014 at 6:10 am

    I agree with Corinne. This is amazing!! I want to print it out and put it up for inspiration. Love it!! ♥

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 4, 2014 at 6:28 am

      Thank you Kathy!

      Reply
  5. shellymona says

    January 4, 2014 at 8:31 am

    Existing in NOW is the reality of life…liked it a lot…
    My resolution is to grow with grace…
    Happy New Year!!!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 5, 2014 at 5:40 am

      Thanks so much!

      Reply
  6. Colene says

    January 4, 2014 at 9:34 am

    Good advise for everyone! Love “On the road ahead while remembering where the path began”

    Reply
  7. LazyHippieMama says

    January 4, 2014 at 10:36 am

    I love this unique way of looking at resolutions. Thank you for sharing!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 5, 2014 at 5:40 am

      Thank you!

      Reply
  8. Krystal Butherus says

    January 4, 2014 at 5:48 pm

    “Expose life’s layers.” >> That’s pretty deep! That makes me think about the year ahead!

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 5, 2014 at 5:40 am

      Happy New Year Krystal!

      Reply
  9. Jennifer B says

    January 4, 2014 at 6:32 pm

    I love: Indulge. Cook with passion.

    It’s so true. 🙂

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 5, 2014 at 5:40 am

      🙂

      Reply
  10. G Angela says

    January 6, 2014 at 1:03 am

    Beautiful & inspiring, loved reading, thanks for sharing !

    Reply
  11. Guns says

    January 3, 2015 at 5:45 pm

    in awe. As always. Love this, Talya.

    Reply
    • Talya Tate Boerner says

      January 4, 2015 at 7:32 am

      Thank you Gina:)

      Reply

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