My last post, months ago, acknowledged technological complexity. Like so many others (I read about it on my Facebook, Flipbook, SmartNews feed, Yahoo News and so forth), one of my New Year's Resolutions is to simplify and declutter. I actually cleaned out my desk drawers yesterday, for example, even though I don't have time for that sort of thing right now. It feels good to have clean drawers. Hmm. Didn't the Rain Man say something to that effect once?
I'm drawn to the tiny house movement, at least in spirit and concept. I'm all too aware of the Pareto 80/20 principle, and would love to pare down to the 20%. Materially, and digitally. Socially. Spiritually, even. The catch is, even if you need something only occasionally--you still need it on those occasions. And in the meantime, you must store it, carry it, and feel its weight and presence in your life.
I'm also looking to keep a positive focus, and to be and stay energized. I have some strategies: prayer, journaling, exercise, and simple force of will. I do love new beginnings.
To all: a blessed and prosperous and successful and peaceful and productive new year. Let's make it so.
