Patti-Parish Kaminski bundled and braced for the new year.
By Patti Parish-Kaminski, Publisher
I am bundled up from head to toe in preparation for 2021. Remember when you were little and every five years or so, a true northerner would blow into Houston? Mother would bundle me up so that I couldn’t even put my arms down much less walk without waddling. That’s how I feel as we embark on a new year: bundled up prepared for the fierce, frigid foe.
I remember this time last year – fondly – as the very essence of the number 2020 had such a positive connotation. Lisa Ann and I were exploring new ventures because our vision was – you guessed it – 2020. Well, that didn’t work exactly as planned. Fast forward 365 days, and here we are on the verge of 2021. But instead of ringing in the new year with glee and anticipation, I’m leery. I’ve been there, done that, and it didn’t work out so well.
Typically, we make resolutions this time of year, which is by definition the quality of being determined or resolute. Well, I’m nothing if not determined to resolve to make 2021 a better year, but I’m determined with dogged preparation. I’m going to welcome you 2021 and be hospitable about it, but there are a few things I expect from you in return.
Now, I do not want to project that I’m being negative; I’m simply being prepared and outlining my expectations of 2021. I am a firm believer in cogent communication. Now, I’m still going to make lemonade out of any lemons that are thrust my way. But be forewarned – the lemonade may be a bit tart this year. So, get out some sugar and sprinkle liberally as necessary in 2021. Happy New Year!