It cannot be coincidence that I blogged about a lack of creative energy - and then had no blog ideas for over a month. Other factors certainly entered in: new demands at work and activities of the holiday season. Preparing to put another Christmas Day behind me now, I feel a spark of hope that the writing muse will visit me again.
My feelings about this time of year are certainly mixed. While few people have affectionate regards for the long hours of darkness and freezing temperatures, my aversion is especially strong. I also suffer with a mild case of SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder). At the same time, this feels like a special time of year. Mid-way through the school year we have a break that allows us to get our second wind and return renewed in January to face the long spring semester. And a new year on the calendar does inspire personal improvements.
Whatever goals you have for the coming year, I hope you find the wear-withal to meet them!
