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Another Year…. Another Chance.

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This is my very favourite time of year. On the cusp of a new beginning; a chance to pause and reflect on the past little while. The memories made; new friendships, old habits, the same old slippers and robe. But I rarely spend too much time thinking about the past – even a year as awesome as 2012 – because I’m always too excited for the road that lies ahead.

And here we are… Another Year… Another Chance.

Another chance to say I love you.
Another chance to forgive and move on.
Another chance to lose five pounds.
Another chance to learn to love yourself just the way you are.
Another chance to try something new.
Another chance to try for a baby.
Another chance to swallow your pride.
Another chance to phone a friend.
Another chance to tuck them in bed.
Another chance to let her go.

Another chance to believe.

Another chance to eat dessert first.
Another chance to give to the poor.
Another chance to smile at a stranger.
Another chance to mend a broken heart.
Another chance to set a goal.

Another chance to walk away from the situation.

Another chance to say what’s on your mind.
Another chance to do something that scares you.
Another chance to see a movie on opening night.
Another chance to ask for help.
Another chance to block his phone number.
Another chance to hold someone’s hand.
Another chance to window shop in a neighbourhood you can’t afford.

Another chance to wish upon a star.

Another chance to admit you were wrong.
Another chance to hug your parents.
Another chance to paint your fingernails electric blue.
Another chance to book that overdue vacation.
Another chance to live your life without regret.
Another chance to pay it forward.

Another chance to be the very best person you can be.

Happy New Year! What will you do in 2013?

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  1. Kristina

    Looking forward to 2013!~ I am due with baby #2 in the next few weeks so I am focused on the short term at the moment.

  3. Janice

    Lovely message Lena! And here I was, just making a new year’s resolution to try and walk more and eat less sugar! Lol. Food for thought! Happy New Year to you and all your boys!

  5. AlexandraSD

    Happy New Year Lena! As always, a beautiful post from a beautiful person and very talented writer! Looking forward to lots more in 2013!

  11. Lisa H

    No big plans for 2013. My 2012 was eventful enough to last awhile. My FIL passing away in the spring, my first born getting married in August and my hubbys brother getting married in the Fall to the greatest girl….
    2013 can be as boring/uneventful as it wants to be!

    • Lena

      Oh Lisa, that is quite the eventful year! Hopefully 2013 will bring you and your family many blessings :)

  12. francine

    no bug plans for 2013. but it will be my babys 1st birthday in june. (the day before my birthday) my oldest will be 4 in april.

    • Lena

      Well that is quite the milestone Francine – how wonderful! A (very early) happy birthday to you both!

  13. Nicole W.

    Happy new year! My main goal for 2013 is to finish my Master’s thesis! And then maybe start trying for my first baby…? :) :) :)

    • Lena

      Happy New Year Nicole! Wow, that is so awesome I just can’t stand it! The best of luck to you – both with the Master’s… and the baby-making!

  17. Teresa M

    Wishing you and your family all the best for 2013! Lots happened in 2012 and hoping for a positive 2013!

  20. Emilia

    Thank you, swallowing your pride is a hard one, I did it, forgave, apologized and mended a broken heart with this one act, cleared up the tension and everyone knows how I feel and the other person has learned too

  21. Tammy Dalley

    I love this post, especially the part another chance to tuck them in, Im so thankful everyday that I get another chance to tuck my little boys in. Thanks for sharing!

  22. Michelle Chow

    Hello, Lena. In 2013 I will try to be a better version of myself. So many great ideas for the new year in this article, thank you, Lena.