Happy New Year to my family and all my friends, wherever they may be. The beginning of a new year should not be spent reflecting on where we are, because we still have much to do as human beings, individuals, and people collectively, to make the world a better place.
First, we must realize how far we have come, and at my age and that of many of my friends, it has been a long way. It’s not so easy to see, but if we look at the children around us, we can witness their progress see how they are, growing and becoming mature. It will remind us that it is it not time to rest, but time to continue and make a better world for those coming behind.
I am fortunate to have been in involved with these two you visually see, among others, and experience and witness their growth. It amazes me and makes me realize that my job is not finished just because I am not well, tired and a little cynical about life and living.
Let’s all look into the future, and how we can help all the young ones like this continue to grow, shine and make their own contribution to the world. In the end that is what life is all about, not about accumulating, because in the end it won’t matter. A better life for children – will matter to them and to the world.
Written by William Pardy
December 31st, 2022