Sometimes the best way to deal with tough events is to look ahead. I thought of this in light of the bad news in Ukraine and elsewhere and wondered where I'll be next year at this time. Here are some hopes and predictions.
Better USA: We all have to work to hold corrupt political leaders accountable while voting for hard working, experienced, intelligent leaders who are dedicating to bettering all lives across the county and world. We have to rid our country of the self-serving propagandists who continually waste money, time, resources and potential.
Healthy: Good health means good living. Everywhere possible we have to do what we can to promote best possible health for ourselves and others.
Community: Positive, loving, caring communities matter. I hope to continue to contribute to the loving communities I belong to as well as a sense of strong, positive community where I live.
Contribution: We have to live for more than our own promise and potential--we have to find ways to contribute to the greater good in ways possible.
Peace: It is essential that we work against the senseless violence that is too present in our world today--working for sensible gun laws, safe communities, and worldwide respect and peace will help.
Looking ahead, it's good to think specifically about where you want to be one year from now and how you'll get there. Onward.