December 31st

2017,

whether good or bad,

is on its way out.

 

The beginning of  a new year brings

change

and

hope

for all the things that didn't happen in the past year.

 

It also brings resolutions.

To be resolute about something

implies that it shall be,

regardless

of the human tendency to slack off.

Just look at all those shiny new gym memberships,

equipment,

workout clothes

and

orders for diet foods.

 

I typically don't indulge in resolutions.

I am not resolute when it comes to exercise

or

dieting.

I have no willpower.

 

That's not a really good affirmation on my part.

That,

I guess,

says something of my wimpy character.

Although,

I am resolute about some things.

I won't bore anyone with my few  

attributes as they don't comprise

much typed space......

Oh, well..

New chances

New beginnings

 

Now,

 we have 365 brand new days

and

365 brand new chances

to become resolute.

 

We shall see......

 

The chickens are laying eggs daily.

They aren't at peak production,

but

Hopefully soon.

And.

Good news!

Hazel has decided to begin laying again.

Hallelujah!

I missed those cute small blue egg beauties.

We thought that she might have had an egg stuck up there.

No, we didn't shake her to get it moving,

(although, I was sincerely thinking of its merits)

She is happily giving us an egg a day.

Good girl.

 

And,

As the saying goes.....

Sometimes,

Ya just gotta say

"Cluck it!"

and move on.

 

Happy New Year from us 

to all of you.

I sincerely hope the best for this world and everyone in it.

Our children depend on it.

 

So,

Raise a glass of champagne.....

Here's a toast to

2018.

"And so our adventure begins"