So Far, So Good

I always knew 2009 was going to be an interesting year.

And no, I’m not channeling Lady Chleo or anything, but I just had a sense that this year would bring a lot of change in my life. And in the lives of my loved ones. On New Year’s Eve, I even turned to my friend Lauren and said, “This is going to be a big year for all of us. I can just feel it.”

And it has been.

I have watched many of my closest friends go through challenging, exciting and new experiences and phases more so than in any of our previous years together and, like I’ve mentioned in previous columns, ‘09 has also brought me some unexpected life changes.

Perhaps it’s because we’re all unmarried and entering our late 20s. Perhaps it’s because along with the recession has come much debate and reflection on what exactly we are doing with our lives. Whatever it is, now more than ever, I have found those closest to me asking themselves, “Who am I? What is my purpose? Do I matter?” And I’ve been right along with them.

And so, in light of all that I’ve watched my friends wrestle with this year, I want to share some of the things I wish and pray for them.

And, often, for myself too.

I wish for you:

The serenity to make it through the tedious aspects of your daily life.

The wisdom to weigh your options.

The trust that everything has a season.

The audacity to find something to dream about.

The courage to ask for help.

The humility to succeed gracefully.

The joy to delight in the little things.

The ability to start over.

The hope in tomorrow.

This is what I wish for you. I’m proud and blessed to be a part of your journeys and stories.