A while back, I saw “Another Year”, a beautifully written and acted movie about a group of friends and family as they move through the seasons of the year.
Well, this has been another year for me. I’ve learned more about myself, experienced failure when I expected success, and found success when I never expected it.
My daughter called with the news she is getting married. As a doting dad, I am very protective of Cortney. But, as I’ve gotten to know her future husband, I couldn’t be more proud of both of them. I will be glad to introduce Jimmy as my son-in-law. And, Cortney never ceases to amaze me with her ability to find her way and make great choices.
Nick was able to stabilize himself on his job at the greenhouse. I believe he’s found his “thing”, the thing that makes him get up and look forward to each day. I’m proud of him for the struggles he’s made to become relevant, to reach the great potential he has.
And Alex. I wish I had the answers for him. He struggles daily with his demons. There is progress, good progress, but I would like to see it come faster, and it’s clear the world doesn’t move on my timeline. He’s now got a job that gets him up in the morning and keeps him going through the day. But, it’s not his love. I want him to find that, whatever it is.
As for me, I’m a work in progress. Professionally, I feel very good about what I do and who I’ve become. Personally, I think I still step in it from time to time. I’m learning patience. I’m learning process. I guess, I’m just learning.
I’m trying to make my footprint smaller, live in a smaller space, consume less, reduce my wants, understand my needs. That will be my charge in the coming year. As the old Volkwagen ads used to say, “Think Small”.
Have a good year, everyone!
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