The
beginning of a New Year is always something to look forward to with a fresh new
outlook. It’s a time for resolutions, new behaviors, and/or ridding ourselves
of the negative ... And preparation time to expect the unexpected.
I
recently returned from the States, and I learned not to expect things. While
visiting, I had a calendar of expectations, but the unexpected happened. It was
a realization that I should always prepare for the unexpected, not just focus
on what I want but what could possibly be.
If
there’s one thing I learned during my visit is that everyone is busy, and even
though plans are set, the unexpected sometimes pops up. Time doesn’t wait for
anyone. It was a wakeup call, and a lesson that while other people’s lives continue
on, I also have a life that I must get on with in order to succeed.
When
I lived and worked in the United States, my life was completely different than
it is now, living and working as a self-published author in Germany. It’s more
relaxed, and my husband and I get to spend a lot of time together due to his
job and vacation time. I was blessed to get to write full-time and work on my
publications, but I also have to admit that I can easily stray from my job—procrastination
is one of my weaknesses.
But
I feel that 2014 will bring me lots of wonderful life experiences, and writing
successes. Like all New Years, I’ve made a few resolutions as a guide. Here
they are:
Writing
and Publication
1) I hope to make 2 blog posts a week.
2) I hope to keep up and follow more bloggers.
3) If anything, I hope to connect with more
writers.
4) My women’s fiction novel, Fogged Up Fairy Tale will be published
by the summer.
5) I’ll republish my past books under my new
imprint.
6) I will research and learn different ways to
promote and market my book(s).
Personal
1) I won’t be returning to the States this year, but instead, focus on my success.
2) I’ll get a new domain for my imprint and
recreate my website.
3) Each day, I’ll thank God for something I’m grateful
for in my life.
4) I’ll lose more weight.
5) This year will be a year of travel.
6) I plan on getting to know other people in
Germany, so I can build a community of friends here.
Have
you made any resolutions?
I
wish you all a wonderful New Years. May you achieve your resolutions.
Resolutions
and the Unexpected,
Bea
