a new year...

...there's something about the new year that makes me get all sentimental. i love the idea of looking back at a specific period of time as much as most people like new beginnings. i think the thing i love the most about a new year is the fact that we get to do both...and that's what i love to do--both.

the year 2007 has been a year for the books in more ways than one. and the most i can say about it is that i have no regrets and have been challenged more than ever before...creating more growth in my life than ever before.

and as 2008 begins today, i look on it with an assurance of hope that this year will be another one for the books...and one that i pray i will have no regrets about. i am so thankful for a creator that not only made me, but continues to guide me each day in the way to go and gives me grace when i start slightly off the path...he is the best one there is and the only one there is.

don't be afraid to look back and be joyful in the hope of the brand new year beginning!

happy new year! let's make 2008 the best year yet!!