As I sit down to pen my final blog post of 2023, I find myself at a crossroads, grappling with the dilemma of selecting a topic that encapsulates the essence of the year gone by. Should I embark on the well-trodden path of summarizing the year’s activities? The media channels have that covered with their unparalleled presentation skills, leaving me feeling like a mere spectator in the grand showcase of annual retrospectives.
Motivational and inspirational pieces also dance on the periphery of my contemplation. Yet, why reserve the last day of the year for such reflections? I am no enlightened management guru, and the world already boasts an abundance of wisdom from those more qualified in the art of motivation.
Humor beckons, suggesting a light-hearted departure from the norm. However, the last day of the year seems an unconventional stage for such antics. Perhaps, a regular day would serve as a more suitable canvas for the strokes of humor.
The option to recount personal achievements arises, but truth be told, my feats are nothing out of the ordinary. There is no groundbreaking revelation, no monumental accomplishment to etch in the annals of history. The numbers of friends made or people offended during the year seem inconsequential, mere statistical trivia in the grander scheme of life.
Greeting others with wishes for a happy new year is a well-trodden tradition, and in a world where everyone is partaking in this exchange, what novelty could I possibly bring to the table?
New Year resolutions stand as a tempting topic, yet history suggests that, like many, mine are destined to falter within the first few days of the new year. The cycle of ambition and subsequent lapse is a well-known pattern, offering little excitement in its predictability.
So, where does that leave me? As I reflect on the passing year, I am reminded that the year-end is, after all, just a day – a transition marked by the ticking of the clock, where midnight heralds the arrival of a new year, its number exceeding the current by a mere digit.
In the midst of this contemplation, I am struck by the simplicity of it all. The passing of time is a universal constant, measured in moments of joy, sorrow, challenges, and triumphs. Each of us has experienced our own share of small family happiness, faced challenges, witnessed new additions, and coped with losses.
Perhaps, the crux of the matter lies in the acknowledgment that as long as we have been good and fair to others, our journey through time is acceptable. The coming year, much like the one bidding us farewell, will be a medley of family, social, and professional events for everyone. With this realization, I extend my wishes to all for the strength and resilience to navigate their unique journeys.
As I bring this year to a close in the realm of my musings, I rest my case with a nod to the experiences – sweet, sour, good, bad, memorable, and forgettable – that have shaped my one-year measure of time on this planet. May the forthcoming year bring new adventures, unexpected joys, and the wisdom to navigate the ever-unfolding chapters of life. Happy New Year to all!
Guchi.
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