Two Thousand and Seven ~ The New Year is here with the chance of a lifetime. Every January, people around the United States believe they are given the chance to re-invent themselves through one of the traditions of the season, the making of New Year's resolutions. This tradition dates back to the early Babylonians where the most popular resolution was to return borrowed farm equipment. Popular modern resolutions often include the promise to lose weight, quit smoking or achieve career advancement.

In reality, we are all given the chance to reinvent ourselves every morning. The beginning of the New Year shouldn’t be the only time to make promises to ourselves to improve our lives. We should wake up every morning and view the day as an opportunity to make a difference – a challenge to be better than we’ve ever been before.

Throughout this month of January, I encourage you to examine the past, celebrate the present and look to the future, knowing it will be amazing. I always purchase a journal and celebrate the past year by listing all that I have – all of my talents, knowledge gained and lessons learned. It is important to acknowledge and appreciate what we have before we can ever ask for more. Then, I challenge myself, just as I challenge you, to make a list of what you want or expect to happen in 2007. Please note that if 2006 wasn’t as prosperous as you would have liked, take heart in the many lessons you’ve learned from your experiences on your upside journey. May you resolve any unhappiness with the past in order to purposefully and passionately move forward….for 2007 will be your best year ever!