I believe in the power of New Year's Resolutions. Three years ago, I couldn't wait for 2000 and the start of a new year, a new century and a new millenium (I know, I know, technically not new until 2001, but I chose to celebrate in 2000). I made up my mind to focus on some small changes and to treat myself better in 2000, and it turned out to be a fantastic year. As 2002 draws to a close, I am yearning for a fresh start and a clean blank calendar.

I hope for a reduced pace in 2003. John and I worked hard this year-- we got engaged, we bought a house, we got married, we traveled, we decorated, we furnished, we got tired. The groundwork is laid. Of course there will be lots of work in 2003 too, but I expect it will be more routine. The yardwork will follow the seasons. The house will be the backdrop for our activities, instead of the one and only activity. There will be time to pick up neglected hobbies and to hammer out the details of commuting and cooking.

I hope for peace in our neighborhood and in our world.

My heart and mind are rested after this holiday.

I look forward to 2003. Happy New Year!

The crappy work situation has been a recurring topic in my blog-- thinking back over the last two years, the only peaceful, productive time at my job was January through April, 2002. Before that it was productive, though volatile, and now it is just plain volatile. We are in "transition"-- a phase which will last certainly until June 1, and according to my new manager, will continue through December 2003. By then, she hopes we will have wrapped up old business, reevaluated our goals, and set a new plan. So we are looking at another 6-12 months of hell.

I find it so hard to determine what is reasonable. Is it reasonable to quit and move on after this lengthy period of dissatisfaction? Is it reasonable to slog through another 6-12 months of misery on the off-chance things will improve in 2004? Is it reasonable to move to another entry-level position in hopes of finding a more congenial atmosphere and an opportunity to learn and advance? I wish I knew. I spend a lot of time thinking...

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