Year in Review: Golden Rules 2017

It is that time of year: time for the Year in Review, a timeless tradition.  As with each of The Red Balloon's Review, we need to reflect on some prior Golden Rules.

If you need to review Golden Rules 1 and 2 then go here:

http://theredballoonreport.blogspot.com/2014/01/year-in-review.html

In case you need a refresher of Golden Rules 3 and 4 then follow this link:

http://theredballoonreport.blogspot.com/2014/12/year-in-reflection-2014.html

And, if you need to, you can find Golden Rules 5, 6, and 7 here:

http://theredballoonreport.blogspot.com/2015/12/year-in-review-2015.html

Okay now that you have completed your time travel experience you are ready to return your seats to the upright position and venture to the future:

Golden Rule #8: The future is now, "Grasp your dreams as if it had handles, for you're the only one who can turn it around." Remember that dreams are essential and that you are the one to take charge and make things happen!

Golden Rule #9: "Great Spirits have always encountered violent opposition from mediocre minds." Those words are not The Red Balloon's but rather Albert Einstein. He made this quote many years ago, but it is one that rings true in present-day. There are going to be barriers and obstacles in the way of dreams so as always be positive, be prepared, and be proactive...gosh that sounds like it could be another Golden Rule!

Here's to a new year, 2018, a year full of dreams taking flight!

Sincerely,

The Red Balloon   

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.

NYE: Celebrate 2016

The Red Balloon wishes you a very Happy and Healthy 2016!
We find ourselves on the precipice of a new year.
Here's to a New Year and all the great and wondrous things that go along with it!

If you haven't yet made plans for New Year's Eve in Boston, I've complied a few events to look into.

Spirit of Boston:
The boat anchors as close as possible to the barge where the midnight fireworks where be set off, allowing for quite the view. As an added bonus, champagne is included.

The Beat Hotel:
Located in the heart of Harvard Square The Beat Hotel is not an actual hotel, it's a restaurant. The food is exceptional.
Below is a photo from the what can only be called the "First Round" of the buffet table.

The Fireworks:
At 7 pm and midnight, there will be a fireworks display not to be missed.

Here's to a New Year!

~The Red Balloon

Happy Holidays

The Red Balloon would like to send out some very special holiday wishes. May this season be filled with great joy in all things.

Here's to 2016!