Each year as we greet the New Year it’s a good time to reflect on where we’ve been and what we want to achieve 
during the upcoming year. As I look back upon 2012, I’m thankful for having enjoyed a very good year. The number of readers following this blog has increased substantially. We’ve enjoyed good health, met many new friends. I managed to publish a new book and finish a draft of my next one.
This time of the year, many will make resolutions. For those of you who have, I wish you success in achieving your goals. As you strive to meet those goals, I encourage you to maintain a positive, optimistic attitude. I hope you take time to make a serious effort to do those things you need to do.
Above all else, may your lives be filled with peace, joy and understanding toward those around you. May your hopes and dreams be fulfilled.
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Rich Weatherly - Author 
BEST WISHES IN THE NEW YEAR, RICH! Busy packing to ‘escape’ from the demands of social networking for a few days. When I return, I shall strive to fulfill my goals of writing. Thanks for the encouragement!!
Charlotte
Thanks so much for the feedback, Charlotte!
Sounds to me like you’ve made the personal commitment.
If this nudged you along, that’s great!
Wish you the best for 2013!
Rich
Happy New Year Rich! Hope you have a very bless and creative year!!…Doris
Happy New Year to you, Doris!
Have a wonderful 2013 my friend 😀
Rich
Happy New Year Rich! You accomplished so much in 2012. May 2013 be even more fruitful!
Happy New Year, and thank you, Susie! My accomplishments pale in comparison to yours my friend 😀
Echoing your sentiments! HAPPY NEW YEAR, Rich. Hope your 2013 is all you want it to be.
Thank you, Billy Ray – Wishing you the very best for 2013 as well!