I hadn't planned to take a week off from the blog but then a chest cold wiped me out for the greater part of the holidays. It gave me a lot of time to reflect on this past year; try to find the message. What I take away from 2011 is that although it's very human to become impatient and frustrated; it's up to each individual to decide how to move on from that moment. You can either sit with it in repetitive motion or find the motivation to rise above it. I also discovered that ,as we age, it becomes harder to be a "beginner" at something. It's hard to reveal inexperienced work when there is so much great talent on display. It's important not to let this discourage you. These discoveries read negatively however; they were really wide eyed moments of clarity. On the brighter side, I grew to love Brooklyn even more this year and we are so lucky to be part of such an inspiring community. Twenty eleven was both a year of learning and a year of lucidity and gratefulness. Twenty twelve has a lot to offer and I look forward to what adventures it might bring. XO
Some of my favorite posts from this past year
Happy New Year lady, hope your feeling betta :)
Posted by: Nicole Franzen | January 03, 2012 at 09:52 AM
Happy New Year, Alyce! Really enjoyed reading this post. And I'm thrilled to have met you in 2011. What I love about you and your blog is that there's this really sweet, subtle and quiet confidence. Did I forget to mention smart, too! I love that about you. I know as we get older, it's harder to do things but seriously, I can't preach this enough, it's never too late to start doing things we love. Don't stop ticking, ya hear!
I'm actually guilty of getting into lulls myself or even worse, doubts, but I'm okay with that. I actually love getting a little dramatic and negative sometimes. They're raw emotions and usually something great and awesome comes out of it.
To a fantastical year! :D
Posted by: dabito . old brand new | January 06, 2012 at 01:32 PM
P.S. Hope you're feeling super!
Posted by: dabito . old brand new | January 06, 2012 at 01:32 PM
@Nicole Thanks dear! Slowing starting to feel better...
@Dabito Oh my goodness! I think any time I'm feeling down I'm going to read this comment! You are always so thoughtful and positive; I love your energy Dab. Here's to a fantastic year and sharing ideas/passions and more! xo
Posted by: first came love | January 07, 2012 at 09:16 AM
So happy to have found your blog in 2011! Here's to all of the new adventures in 2012.
Posted by: kayla @ exquisite banana | January 07, 2012 at 07:02 PM
Thanks Kayla! Likewise!
Posted by: first came love | January 07, 2012 at 07:18 PM