New Year: New You!

"Today carve out a quiet interlude for yourself in which to dream, pen in hand. Only dreams give birth to change."

                    -Sarah Ban Breathnach

This quote seems to be the epitome of the New Year. It seemed perfectly fitting to be at the forefront of a New Year's post. It talks about writing but truly whatever your medium - be it painting or running insert that (ie. paintbrush or running shoes on feet) and make that quote your own. And that is really what is at the core and essence of the new year, being a positive change and starting fresh.

I've heard that instead of beginning New Year's resolutions which most people have a tendency to lapse on after January ends, start a New Year's Vision. 

During this new year ahead, The Red Balloon has a vision and wishes you the power to dare to be your unique self. There will be many hurtles ahead and no doubt there will be those who will discourage you but nonetheless sojourn on in the journey. This nonetheless reminds me of a previous post I wrote some time ago which is still relevant. It can be found here: http://theredballoonreport.blogspot.com/2014/03/lessons-learned-along-oregon-trail.html

Do not forget the power of your dreams so dream big and be the change that you desire. That is truly what The Red Balloon is all about: being free. Free from whatever it is that's been holding you back. Allow The Red Balloon to offer some advice and some words for 2016. If there is a goal that you wish to attain, set it in your mind and find a way to achieve it. Just like the balloon, you have the power to lift high and take flight. And 2016 is your year.

Feel free to leave a comment with your goals for the New Year.

Stay tuned to The Red Balloon for Photos of the First Night Ice Sculptures.