this is a new year.

so, i guess this is my first post of 2007. wow...last year flew by.
i am just coming back from a 10 day vacation, visiting family and going to the beach. i took some time off from the internet, flickr, blogs, etc. to just relax and enjoy. if was nice, but i am ready to dive into something new. not sure what that is yet, but i'm ready.

i spent a lot of time with my 6 year old nephew. he is growing up so fast and is so smart. he is very good with good byes. he just told me, "relax, i'll see you next season." i love that he knows he will see me each season, as i usually visit him every 3-4 months. we spent new year's eve together at the beach. as the evening approached, he reminded us about "the bread". he was referring to the new year's toast, which he also called the "toast and butter".

during this vacation, i had intended to come up with grand plans and life revelations, but this did not happen. instead, i just was. i took time to be away from my normal routine and reflect on what is important to me and what i want to be important. now i am refreshed, renewed, and ready for the new year.
happy new year everyone! enjoy the simple beauty.