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2018 and my Resolution - Live with Joy!

I am really excited to close 2017 and look forward to the year ahead.  The end of a year is a great opportunity for us to reflect on the past and plan for the future.  The most important thing we can do however, is enjoy the moment. 

2017 was a year of celebration!
In 2017 my first book was published, "The Project Manager: Life is a Project."  It was a milestone for me and I am very grateful to my family and friends for supporting me and making my dream become a reality.  In addition, I survived my first year at Regent University toward my PhD in Organizational Leadership.  This journey has taught me to improve my time management and to be open to asking for help when I need it.  I finished my four year journey with the Office of Personnel Management Executive Leadership program and the experience and friends I have made through this program continue to enrich my life.  I also completed my multi-year journey and took my final course at the National Defense University for my Cyber Leadership Certificate.  I traveled to seven countries and continued to enjoy my European experience.  I had a fantastic time bonding with my niece by participating with her in a motorcycle safety course.  2017 was a fabulous year and I am a little sad to it come to a close.

2018 - A Year of Joy Ahead!
2018 is here and I am ready for a year of opportunity. I plan on competing my second year with Regent University and my second book will be out this year.  The working title is "The Consummate Communicator: Traits of True Professionals."  I am working with the project management team on facebook and our website to make it even better in 2018.  We have a new regular contributor lined up and I am coordinating some guest presenters!

This moment is special - treasure it!
The most important thing I am working on this year isn't the past or the future, however, it is the moment.  I have been reading "Unwind: Seven Principles of a stress-free life" by Michael Olpin.  His concept is that we can all enjoy life more by focusing on the here and now.  As I type, I pause a moment to reflect on the sensation of my fingers as they touch the keys of my laptop.  I can hear the muted conversations of other travelers in the lounge at the Imperial Riding School Renaissance Hotel.  I can smell the appetizers being heated and am already anticipating the taste.  The temperature in the room is very comfortable and as I take in the moment, I can feel the slight breeze from the vent next to me.  In this moment I feel content and my world is filled with joy.

In 2018 I will strive to be kind to those around me.   I am optimistic about 2018 and hope that it brings joy to each of you!


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