Something in the Air

I'm not sure if it's the new year or just a new feeling but there's something definitely in the air.  I'm feeling optimistic for 2014 and I'm not really sure why.  I read an article a few weeks ago that mentioned finding one particular word for the new year and focusing your energy on that word.  At first I thought it was a bit ridiculous but for some reason one word keeps popping into my head so I'm taking it to mean that the universe believes that's what I need. Excitement.  That's what I want.  I want new experiences and new people.  I want to do fun things and see new places.  I want to live an exciting year instead of just slogging along.  

For the first time in a long time, I'm happy with everything in my life.  I feel fairly secure (barring any layoffs which always creep into the back of my head and freak me out) at work. I have a family and friends who love me.  And I'm optimistic in regards to the fun things I already have planned for the coming year.  I'm even feeling more and more creative.  I fizzled on the last photo a day challenge I attempted, but I thought I may try it again.  I've even kicked around plans for a far-reduced than usual Project Life album but that still may be too intimidating and time-consuming for me.  But hey, it's a new year and a sorta kinda new me.

Outside of the normal midnight New Year's Eve doldrums (I haven't got a boyfriend, husband, white picket fence or twins yet), I'm trying to look on the bright side and see where the year takes me.  I have 363 days to squeeze all the fun out of 2014 - Let's see what I can do!